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1. Ground shaking and ground rupture: Earthquakes can cause the ground to shake and the ground to rupture, which can lead to landslides and other types of ground failure. 2. Tsunamis: Earthquakes can generate tsunamis, which are destructive waves caused by a sudden displacement of water. 3. Fires: ERead more
1. Ground shaking and ground rupture: Earthquakes can cause the ground to shake and the ground to rupture, which can lead to landslides and other types of ground failure.
See less2. Tsunamis: Earthquakes can generate tsunamis, which are destructive waves caused by a sudden displacement of water.
3. Fires: Earthquakes can also cause fires by breaking gas mains and electrical lines.
4. Liquefaction: Liquefaction is when saturated soils lose strength and behave like liquids. This can be caused by earthquakes and can lead to slope failure and lateral spreading.
5. Damage to Buildings and Other Structures: Earthquakes can damage buildings and other structures, causing them to collapse or become unsafe to live and work in.