Clifton B., a conservative Republican in New Jersey: "When I heard of this, I could not help but be reminded of the people of Haiti who are still struggling after their earthquake. Thankfully, Chile is better governed and will be able to do a better job at helping themselves. They will still need help from the world, but no where near as urgent as Haiti’s. Hawaii will no doubt be able to handle the tsunami should one hit. They have plenty of lead-time to evacuate the low lands. Property damage should be the biggest problem."
More: "As these natural disasters hit, we are again reminded that it is the United States who usually gives the biggest helping hand. We are rapidly losing our ability to help out in these situations, as our leaders squander the nation’s fortune. Who then will take our role in helping the world in times of need? China? Russia? India? All are doubtful."
Booker Rising response: The Chile earthquake has killed more than 300 people so far. It also toppled buildings and freeways. Good for Chile that the earthquake struck at a relatively deep 21.7 miles, and its building codes are strict. About 50 years ago, the country was struck by the biggest earthquake ever recorded: a magnitude 9.5.
Hawaii escaped any major tsunami damage unleashed by the giant earthquake off the coast of Chile, with tsunami surges far lower than predicted. Nevertheless, evacuations of more than 100,000 people took place on low-lying areas throughout the state as a precaution.
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Massive 8.8 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Chile, Tsunami Warning For Hawaii
