2009 Talaud Islands earthquake
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| UTC time | 2009-02-11 17:34:50 |
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| ISC event | 13434474 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | February 11, 2009 |
| Local time | 01:34 |
| Magnitude | 7.2 Mw |
| Depth | 20 km (12 mi) [1] |
| Epicenter | 3°53′N 126°23′E / 3.89°N 126.39°E [1] |
| Type | Reverse |
| Max. intensity | MMI VI (Strong) |
| Casualties | 2 deaths, 64 injuries |
The 2009 Talaud Islands earthquake occurred on February 12 at 01:34 local time (February 11, 2009 at 17:34 UTC) near Talaud Islands (Indonesian: Kepulauan Talaud), Indonesia. This reverse-type shock had a moment magnitude of 7.2 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VI (Strong). There were at least 2 dead, 64 people injured and 597 buildings damaged in Talaud Islands. This earthquake could also be felt in the Philippines.[1] [2]
See also
[edit]References
[edit]- ^ Jump up to: a b c USGS. "M7.2 - Kepulauan Talaud, Indonesia". United States Geological Survey.
- ^ admin (2022-02-16). "Gempa Sangihe-Talaud 7,4 SR (7,2 Mw) 12 Feb. 2009". geologi.co.id (in Indonesian). Retrieved 2022-02-18.
External links
[edit]- The International Seismological Centre has a bibliography and/or authoritative data for this event.