Santiago del Estero earthquake of 1817 (1817)

A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Argentina's Santiago del Estero Province in 1817. The event occurred in a northern province known for its indigenous history and Quechua-speaking population. While the legacy row specifies July 4, the supplied passages confirm the year and magnitude but do not provide a specific day, leaving the exact date uncertain.

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Background and detail

Geographic Context. Santiago del Estero is a province located in the north of Argentina. It borders Salta, Chaco, Santa Fe, Córdoba, Catamarca, and Tucumán. The region has a significant indigenous heritage, including the Juríes-Tonocotés and Sanavirones tribes, and is home to approximately 100,000 speakers of Quechua, representing the southernmost outpost of the language.

Seismic Event. In 1817, a significant seismic event occurred in the province. The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.0. The specific day of the event is not confirmed by the supplied passages, although the legacy data suggests July 4. The event is recorded as a major natural disaster affecting the region during this year.

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