M 5.0 - 33 km NE of Bandar Abbas, Iran
December 30, 2019 at 13:49:45 UTC
Depth: 10.00 km (Shallow)
Moderate
PAGER Alert
Tsunami
Felt Reports
Event Details
| Magnitude | 5.0 mww |
| Depth | 10.00 km (Shallow) |
| Location | 27.3841N, 56.5405E |
| Community Intensity | II (Weak) |
| Mercalli Intensity | V (Moderate) |
| Felt Reports (DYFI) | 3 people |
| Alert Level (PAGER) | Green — No fatalities or damage expected |
| Tsunami Warning | No |
| Significance | 385 / 3000 |
| Status | Reviewed |
| Network | us |
| USGS Event Page | View on USGS → |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does magnitude 5 mean?
A magnitude 5 earthquake is classified as "Moderate". Moderate earthquakes can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings.
How deep was this earthquake?
This earthquake occurred at a depth of 10.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.
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