1872 Owens Valley earthquake

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Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:earthquake
gptkbp:apparent_magnitude 7.4
gptkbp:casualties 27 dead
gptkbp:community prompted studies on earthquake prediction
gptkbp:cultural_impact inspired local folklore and stories
gptkbp:damage estimated at $5 million
significant in towns like Lone Pine and Independence
gptkbp:date March 26, 1872
gptkbp:depth approximately 8 miles
gptkbp:emergency_services led to increased awareness in California
gptkbp:feedback local residents organized relief efforts
gptkbp:followed_by gptkb:battle
up to 6.0
gptkbp:geographical_feature created new fissures in the landscape
gptkbp:geological_formation landslides and ground ruptures
gptkbp:historical_context occurred during a period of seismic activity in California
gptkbp:historical_event documented by local newspapers
gptkbp:home_stadium near Lone Pine, California
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label 1872 Owens Valley earthquake
gptkbp:is_affected_by gptkb:Inyo_County
gptkbp:land_use influenced by seismic risk assessments
gptkbp:last_appearance gptkb:California_Seismic_Zone
improved after the event
gptkbp:legacy remains a key event in California's seismic history
gptkbp:location gptkb:Owens_Valley,_California
gptkbp:market_segment gptkb:Eastern_Sierra_Fault_Zone
gptkbp:public_awareness raised about earthquake risks in California
gptkbp:research analyzed for fault mechanics
gptkbp:research_focus important for understanding seismic hazards in the region
gptkbp:responds_to limited due to remote location
gptkbp:significance one of the largest earthquakes in California history
gptkbp:type_of_insurance increased after the earthquake
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Sierra_Nevada_earthquake_of_1872
gptkbp:bfsLayer 5