Earthquakes are one of the most devastating natural disasters, with several events in history recording very high magnitudes and widespread impacts. One of the largest recorded earthquakes in history was the Valdivia Earthquake which occurred in Chile on May 22, 1960. Also known as the Chilean Earthquake, this event had a magnitude of 9.5, making it the most powerful earthquake ever recorded. The Valdivia Earthquake was centered near the city of Valdivia in Chile, at a depth of about 25 kilometers. This earthquake not only produced strong tremors, but also triggered a powerful tsunami that hit coasts around the Pacific Ocean, including Hawaii, Japan and the Philippines. The resulting tsunami damaged many locations along the coastline, causing thousands of deaths and widespread destruction. In 2004, the Indian Ocean Earthquake occurred on December 26 with a magnitude of 9.1–9.3. Centered off the west coast of Sumatra, Indonesia, this earthquake triggered a tsunami that hit various countries around the Indian Ocean, including Thailand and India. The impact was devastating, with more than 230,000 people dying and millions more homeless. This earthquake is a reminder of the power of nature that can destroy large areas in an instant. In Japan, the Tōhoku Earthquake on March 11, 2011 followed with a magnitude of 9.0. This event caused huge tsunami waves, destroyed infrastructure, and triggered a nuclear disaster at the Fukushima Nuclear Power Plant. Around 18,500 people were victims and economic losses reached trillions of yen. The Tōhoku earthquake caused the world to become aware of the risks faced by earthquake-prone countries. Apart from that, there was also the Alaska Earthquake on March 27, 1964 which had a magnitude of 9.2. The epicenter was in Prince William Sound and is known as the strongest earthquake in North America. This earthquake caused severe damage in Alaska and triggered a tsunami that hit beaches in Hawaii and the West Pacific. Around 131 people died as a result of the direct impact of the tsunami. Globally, large earthquakes are the focus of research and attention because of the widespread impacts they cause. Communities around the world continue to strive to develop technology and early warning systems to reduce disaster risks, including strengthening buildings and mapping earthquake-prone zones. Seismic activity, although not precisely predictable, continues to be the subject of intensive research by scientists. Understanding earthquake patterns can provide important insights and help mitigate risks in vulnerable areas. Innovations in seismological technology and earthquake-resistant construction equipment remain top priorities in many countries. Thus, earthquakes are not only a disaster, but also a stimulus for progress in science and engineering. Humanity’s ability to recover and rebuild after disasters is a sign of resilience that needs to be emulated for the future.