On Christmas Day 1884, a devastating earthquake struck Spain, primarily affecting the city of Malaga and surrounding mountain villages. The disaster resulted in 900 fatalities and left 2,000 individuals injured, prompting the first significant international aid response for earthquake victims. Researchers caution that a similar event could occur again, particularly in densely populated tourist areas, where casualty estimates could rise to 11,000 during peak seasons. Recent models predict enormous economic losses of around $117 billion, highlighting the urgent need for disaster preparedness in these vulnerable regions.
In the aftermath of the 1884 earthquake, about 900 people died, 2,000 were injured, and the event inspired the first major international aid campaign in Spain.
Scientists are confident that a similar earthquake could strike again, potentially causing around 5,000 deaths, and significantly more during peak tourist seasons.
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