World’s Most Earthquake Prone Countries

There are several countries in the world that experience earthquakes of extremely high magnitudes. Today, Taiwan experienced a catastrophic earthquake of magnitude 7.4.

Japan and Indonesia experience frequent earthquakes. These countries are prone to various natural disasters like tsunamis and volcanic eruptions. 
 

The 1960 Valdivia earthquake in Chile measured a staggering magnitude of 9.5. It resulted in the loss of thousands of lives. 
 

Last year, over two thousand people lost their lives due the devastating earthquake in Turkey. 
 

While Italy is a popular tourist destination, it has also experienced the devastating impact of earthquakes.
 

Afghanistan is also at constant risk of earthquakes due to the high probability of tectonic plate interaction. 
 

Greece faces a constant threat of earthquakes, particularly in the Aegean Sea region. 
 

Iran is also prone to frequent earthquakes.