M 5.2 - Banda Sea

Name: M 5.2 - Banda Sea
Start: 2000-12-30T10:44:13+00:00
Location: Banda Sea

December 30, 2000 at 10:44:13 UTC

Depth: 133.10 km (Intermediate)

M 5.2

Moderate

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	5.2 mwc
Depth	133.10 km (Intermediate)
Location	-6.9670S, 129.6900E
Tsunami Warning	No
Significance	416 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
USGS Event Page	View on USGS →

Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5.2 mean?

A magnitude 5.2 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 133.10 km, classified as "Intermediate". Intermediate-depth earthquakes are felt over a wider area but cause less surface damage.

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