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1
Q

What was the magnitude?

A

6.5

2
Q

How many deaths?

A

3

3
Q

How many injured?

A

40

4
Q

How long did it take search and rescue teams to clear the area?

A

12 hours

5
Q

How many buildings were damaged?

A

82

6
Q

Which famous monument was destroyed?

A

Paso Robles clock tower

7
Q

Why was there minimal damage to buildings?

A

Good enforcement of seismic resistant building regulations

8
Q

How many homes lost power?

A

75,000 (but it was quickly restored)

9
Q

What date was this earthquake?

A

22nd December 2003