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Rachel McGrath and Nuray Bulbul

What are the biggest earthquakes in history?

People stand near the site of a collapsed building after a strong earthquake struck central Myanmar. Tremors were felt as far away as Bangkok - (Ann Wang / Reuters)

Earthquakes continue to be one of the most fear-inducing natural disasters for many cross the globe.

With little to no way to forecast an earthquake, scientists and citizens alike must usually wait for one to happen before one can take action.

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