X Times We Ignored The Signs These Earthquakes Bring To Us From Around The World!

Recent earthquakes have caused massive damage to homes, businesses, and lives around the world. Though these occurrences cannot be prevented at all costs, it is often said that these disasters can be predicted in some cases. Unfortunately, despite the warnings, sometimes people fail to heed them in time. Here are some of the times when the signs of upcoming earthquakes were overlooked and the subsequent devastation that was caused as a result: 

1. Kobe, Japan in 1995

In 1995, Kobe experienced a 6.9 magnitude earthquake, resulting in more than 6,000 deaths. It was later revealed that there were signs that this quake was imminent, as a series of tremors had been taking place at various locations in and around the city. Unfortunately, the warnings were ignored due to the belief that modern buildings were built to withstand any seismic activity. 

2. India-Nepal Border in 2015

On April 25, 2015, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck the India-Nepal border region with the worst of its epicenters in Nepal. Although there had been reports of small tremors in various parts of the border region, these signs went largely unnoticed as no major seismic activity had occurred within the region in a long period. The magnitude of the quake resulted in an estimated 9,000 deaths and caused massive destruction of buildings and infrastructure. 

3. Central Italy in 2016

In October 2016, a 6.5 magnitude earthquake shook Central Italy, with its epicenter located in Norcia, Italy. Like many other earthquakes, signs of increased seismic activity had preceded this one. In the weeks leading up to the quake, tremors were felt in and around the region, as well as reports of mysterious airborne booms coming from the region’s mountains. Despite these warnings, many of the citizens downplayed the signs, leading to an estimated 300 deaths and more than 1000 people injured. 

4. Puerto Rico in 2020

This year, an earthquake of 4.7 magnitude rocked Puerto Rico’s southwest region. Reports of seismic activity in various parts of the region had been making news for days, yet the seriousness of the situation was overlooked. This led to extensive damage in some communities, forcing the residents to take shelter in the streets. Fortunately, no lives were lost in this disaster. 

Though earthquakes pose an undeniable danger, it is also important to be aware of the signs that signify an impending disaster. By paying attention to these warnings, we can take the necessary steps to protect ourselves from the repercussions that come with these natural calamities.