A massive 8.8 magnitude earthquake struck central Chile on February 27, 2010, killing at least 214 people. The earthquake and resulting tsunami severely damaged infrastructure like buildings, roads, and utilities across central Chile. Several other countries in the South Pacific also experienced tsunamis, though with less damage. International aid efforts were launched for Chile, though the full effects were still being assessed.

1. Terrible earthquake in Chile 1. Central Chile(1/2) 2. Central Chile(2/2) 3. Hawaii, Tahiti, and New Zealand 4. Location and Time 5. The Aid from U.S.A. Summary Referenced URL

2. Central Chile (1/2) 8.8 magnitude on the Richter scale Tsunami was also there. At least 214 people were killed Many architectures were broken down Water, electricity, phone lines were cut

3. Central Chile (2/2) Chilean President Michele Bachelet 2 millions are affected Several countries were hit by tsunami Higher than usual Max 6ft

4. Hawaii, Tahiti, and New Zealand Residents ran away to the higher ground In Hawai, there was a 3ft tsunami But no damage Hawaii has PTWC Pacific tsunami warning center

5. Location and Time At 0634 GMT 115km north-east of the city of Concepcion 325km south-west of the capital Santiago It was the biggest earthquake to hit Chile

6. Local damages Main cause of damage in coastal area was tsunami Main shocks Or, its aftershocks Many people were die There were some missing people

7. The Aid from U.S.A. 2 ships were coming Quick support President Barack Obama Some different result in Actual place

8. Summary If a big earthquake was occurred, the countries close to the damaged countries should help till the countries were also damaged. Distant countries should help them at least by relief money.

9. Referenced URL http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/8540289.stm