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This global scaled map shows earthquakes that have occurred in South
America and even a part of Africa. The red dots in the image symbolize
earthquakes- the larger the dot, the stronger the earthquake. In this
image, it is evident how frequent earthquakes occur in Chile. The
cluster of red dots on Chile is also on the Nazca & North American
plates. Being pushed by two plates, earthquakes become more likely. In
this image, it shows that that is the only region in South America where
earthquakes are consistent; again, because it is located between these
plates. The Chilean government has concocted emergency protocol for
when earthquakes occur in these regions. Given the frequency, the
Chilean government, and I, advise the residents of Chile, and even
Peru, to always be prepared. Earthquakes cannot be detected, until it is
too late. In order to combat this unfortunate fact, it is crucial for
Chileans to prepare emergency kits and prepare themselves for the
worst case scenario.