Deadliest Earthquakes in History

Earthquake damage. (Image credit: USGS)

Tsunamis and fires have contributed to some of the largest death tolls in earthquakes. Here are the most notable known earthquake events, based on the number of deaths. Both deaths and magnitudes, when shown, are estimates.

SOURCE: USGS

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