26 ene 2001 año - 7.6 magnitude earthquake in Gujarat, India

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On 26th January 2001, a major earthquake struck India. The epicentre occurred near the village of Chobari, Gujarat, in the country's northwest, and originated at a depth of 17.4 km (10.8 mi).

With a magnitude of 7.6 and a maximum of X (Extreme) on the Mercalli intensity scale, it resulted in devastating casualties and severe damage to infrastructure – killing up to 20,023 people, injuring another 167,000 and destroying 340,000 buildings.

The Indian military provided emergency support, while international assistance arrived from organisations such as the Red Cross, along with millions of dollars in relief aid from other countries.

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