M 5.1 - 102 km W of Sabang, Indonesia

Name: M 5.1 - 102 km W of Sabang, Indonesia
Start: 2004-12-30T03:42:16+00:00
Location: 102 km W of Sabang, Indonesia

December 30, 2004 at 03:42:16 UTC

Depth: 19.90 km (Shallow)

M 5.1

Moderate

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	5.1 mwc
Depth	19.90 km (Shallow)
Location	5.7680N, 94.4030E
Tsunami Warning	No
Significance	400 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5.1 mean?

A magnitude 5.1 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 19.90 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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