1995 Marathon earthquake
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| UTC time | 1995-04-14 00:32:56 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 109176 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | 13 April 1995 |
| Local time | 19:32 CDT |
| Magnitude | 5.7 Mw |
| Depth | 17.8 km (11 mi) |
| Epicenter | 30°17′06″N 103°20′49″E / 30.285°N 103.347°E |
| Areas affected | Texas, United States |
| Max. intensity | MMI VII (Very strong) |
| Casualties | 2 injured |
Striking on April 13, 1995, the 1995 Marathon earthquake was recorded at moment magnitude of 5.7. It rattled buildings near the epicenter.
Geography
The earthquake struck western Texas with magnitude 5.7 force. It was the 3rd largest earthquake in the United States in 1995.[1] The epicenter was probably in Alpine.[2]
Damage and casualties
Not a particularly damaging earthquake, the event caused two direct injuries. Both were slight.[2]
See also
References
- ^ "Earthquake Information for 1995". United States Geological Survey. Archived from the original on 2015-11-18. Retrieved 2015-11-18.
- ^ a b "Significant Earthquakes of the World: 1995". United States Geological Survey. July 16, 2008. Archived from the original on June 8, 2011. Retrieved October 30, 2009.
External links
- The International Seismological Centre has a bibliography and/or authoritative data for this event.
30°21′29″N 103°39′36″W / 30.35806°N 103.66000°W
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