Natural Disasters in 1970
Summary: our documented records include 3 major natural disasters in 1970, with a combined estimated death toll of 667,000. This covers major documented events only — smaller events of 1970 may not be recorded.
| Event | Type | Country | Date | Fatalities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1970 Bhola Cyclone | Hurricane / Cyclone / Typhoon | Bangladesh | Nov 12 | 300,000 |
| 1970 Bhola Cyclone | Hurricane / Cyclone / Typhoon | Bangladesh | Nov 12 | 300,000 |
| 1970 Ancash Earthquake and Yungay Landslide | Earthquake | Peru | May 31 | 67,000 |
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