1897 Assam Earthquake
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Magnitude | 8. 0 Mw |
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Areas affected | India |
Local date | 12 June 1897 |
Epicenter | 26°N 91°E / 26°N 91°E Coordinates: 26°N 91°E / 26°N 91°E |
Max. intensity | X (Extreme) |
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ID | 1398579 |
About 1897 Assam Earthquake
The Assam earthquake of 1897 occurred on 12 June in Assam at 17:15 local time, India, and had an estimated moment magnitude of 8. 0. Considering the size of the earthquake, the mortality rate was about 1,542 casualties, but property damage was very heavy.