Some of the most destructive historical earthquakes include the 1556 Shaanxi earthquake in China, which is considered the deadliest earthquake on record, with an estimated death toll of around 830,000 people. Another devastating earthquake was the 2010 Haiti earthquake, which caused widespread destruction and resulted in an estimated 230,000 fatalities. Additionally, the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami is known for its massive impact, causing over 230,000 deaths in several countries bordering the Indian Ocean.
