Chile Struck By Earthquake

The Earthquake Has Caused Huge Damage Across The Country And Our Thoughts Are With The Chilean People.

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Chile Struck By Earthquake

The Earthquake Has Caused Huge Damage Across The Country And Our Thoughts Are With The Chilean People.

Wednesday 2nd April saw an earthquake of 8.2 magnitude hit northern Chile, resulting in a tsunami alert as well as the evacuation of people from coastal areas. So far, six people have tragically lost their lives. This is a death toll that Chilean authorities do not expect to creep any higher and there is relief that more people haven't been killed.

According to the US Geological Survey, the quake struck at 20:46 local time, about 52 miles (86km) north west of the mining area of Iquique. The earthquake has caused numerous power cuts, fires and landslides which have caused a number of homes to be destroyed.

Chile is not the only country to be affected by the quake however. Fellow South American countries Ecuador, Peru and Bolivia have also felt the after effects.

The relief effort is well underway and has seen a state of emergency declared tens of thousands of people hastily evacuated from the affected areas and South American countries such as Brazil and Argentina offer their support. 
Chilean President Michelle Bachelet has already flown to visit the affected areas to review the damage and is being kept well informed of any developments. As the result of the quake, over 300 women prisoners broke free from a jail close to the boarder of Peru. At the time of writing, the border is being guarded securely and these prisoners are being apprehended.

From all of us at WAYN, our sincerest thoughts and prayers go out to those affected by the Chilean earthquake in any way. If you would like to donate then please visit this page:www.globalgiving.org/projects/levantando-chile-fund

There have been some devastating earthquakes in history, we have listed them below as a reminder of how terrifying mother nature can be.

1. Valdivia, Chile, 1960

Measuring a magnitude of 9.5 of the Richter scale, this earthquake has gone down as the largest recorded quake in history. With a death toll of 1,655 and an estimated $550 million USD worth of damage, half a century may have passed since this disaster happened but it will be forgotten about any time soon.

2. Prince William Sound, Alaska, USA, 1964

With a magnitude of 9.2 , the Prince William Sound earthquake is the second biggest on record. What sets this apart from the 1960 Chilean earthquake was what followed afterwards. While the earthquake itself caused considerable damage, it was the ensuring tsunami which caused the most effect, with locations as far away as Hawaii affected.

3. Sumatra, Indonesia, 2004

One of the more recent quakes to hit the planet, the world woke up on Boxing Day in 2004 to discover that India's tectonic plate had dived under Burma's plate, causing an earthquake with a magnitude of 9.1. The casualties following the combined earthquake and tsunami have gone down as some of the worst ever recorded, with approximately 227,900 people either killed or presumed missing and 1.7 million people from 14 countries displaced.

4. Sendai, Japan, 2011

2011 saw Japan suffer an earthquake of 9.0 in magnitude, which saw 29,000 people lose their lives and nuclear reactors damaged beyond repair. The largest Japanese quake on record, the economic impacts were huge because many industries relied on the nuclear power plant.

5. Kamchatka, Russia, 1952

This earthquake goes down in history as being the first with a recorded magnitude of 9.0. Interestingly, much of the reported damage was suffered in the Hawaiian Islands. Thankfully, no lives were lost.

 

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Published on April 03, 2014 by Gerard

Hotels With The Best Views

They say it's all about location and this is true in these top hotels with jaw-dropping views.

 

Voted as the Top Resort in the Caribbean, Bermuda and the Bahamas in The Travel & Leisure 2013 World's Best Awards in 2013, this hotel not only has awe-inspiring views of St Lucia, it is also a unique and impressive hotel. 
Designed by the owner Nick Troubetzkoy, Jade Mountain has been built to balance modern architecture with the natural surroundings and of course to accommodate the best views in the world. The infinity pool is to die for. 
www.jademountain.com

 

What makes Palazzo Manfredi hotel unique are its magnificent views of the Colosseum and the Imperial Forum in Rome. The view is mind blowing and can be seen from most rooms. It's not only the vistas that make it popular, this is a luxurious 5 star hotel, which is a beautiful historic villa and only a stroll away from the Vatican and the rest of this fascinating city.

www.palazzomanfredi.com

Nothing short of spell-binding, the Hotel Salto Chico is in the heart of the Torres del Paine National Park. It boasts views of the sparkling lake, the Paine Massif, two of the three legendary towers and also overlooks the sea. The lodge is situated right beside the Salto Chico waterfall and the area itself a UNESCO biosphere reserve. 

There are strategically placed windows all around the hotel so visitors can take in the view as they move through the rooms. Breathe in all the fresh air - you can't help but feel at one with nature here. 
www.explora.com

 

The Oberoi Amarvilas in Agra is only 600 metres from iconic world heritage site, the Taj Mahal. This incredible temple can be seen from each room and the hotel’s grounds are also home to the Shiva temple, which is over 280 years old. 
This hotel is decorated with splendid gardens, exotic and colourful trees and flowers that fragrance the air. It is a 45 minute drive from the airport and not far from the city centre, making it convenient for those guests who would like to explore Agra further.

www.oberoihotels.com

This hotel is a grand Victorian building in the heart of London, England. From the penthouse it is possible to take in the spectacular views of the River Thames and the London Eye. It is also a stone’s throw away from many famous places such as Trafalgar Square, Charing Cross station and Covent Garden. Corinthia is known for being spectacular with excellent attention to detail, it isn't cheap but it's worth it. 
www.corinthia.com

 

This rainforest retreat is perched 120 metres high above the Pacific Ocean, with extraordinary views of the rainforest and the ocean. The eco lodge is in the heart of 13 acres of lush gardens and private rainforest, with two waterfalls nearby. 
Instead of rooms, you will be accommodated in one of five luxury villas that are just a short walk away from the beautiful beaches and jungle. Wake up to the sound of the birds and howler monkeys in the morning. Pure magic.! 

www.tikivillas.com

 

 

It's hard not to be seduced by Rio and this boutique hotel sits in one of the best parts. It has stunning views from the rooftop infinity pool, which take in glamorous Ipanema beach, Arpoador beach, the Two Brothers Mountain and Corcovado. Being a guest here also means you can use the hotel's lovely private beach and beach cabanas.
www.fasano.com.br

Have you stayed in a hotel with spectacular views? Let us know by commenting below and don’t forget to upload tips and comments to WAYN. Dagmara

 

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