1946 Aleutian Islands Earthquake
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Magnitude | 8. 6 Mw |
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Areas affected | Hawaii |
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Local date | 1 April 1946 |
Max. intensity | VI (Strong) |
Depth | 15 km (9. 3 mi) |
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ID | 1276713 |
About 1946 Aleutian Islands Earthquake
The 1946 Aleutian Islands earthquake occurred near the Aleutian Islands, Alaska on April 1. The shock had a moment magnitude of 8. 6 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VI. It resulted in 165–173 casualties and over $26 million in damage.