Secondary impacts result from the earthquakeLiquefaction occurs when surface rocks become more liquid during movement, buildings can sink Landslides and avalanches are caused by ground shakingTsunamis can form from underwater earthquakes displacing a large column of sea waterAftershocks are When the plates re adjust to their new positions small earthquakes may occur causing additional damage.

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Secondary impacts result from the earthquake

Liquefaction occurs when surface rocks become more liquid during movement, buildings can sink

Landslides and avalanches are caused by ground shaking

Tsunamis can form from underwater earthquakes displacing a large column of sea water

Aftershocks are When the plates re adjust to their new positions small earthquakes may occur causing additional damage.