M 5.5 - 43 km NW of P?r?n, Afghanistan

December 29, 2012 at 17:50:52 UTC

Depth: 117.40 km (Intermediate)

M 5.5

Moderate

N/A

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

156

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude5.5 mww
Depth117.40 km (Intermediate)
Location35.7110N, 70.5990E
Community IntensityIV (Light)
Felt Reports (DYFI)156 people
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance532 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5.5 mean?

A magnitude 5.5 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 117.40 km, classified as "Intermediate". Intermediate-depth earthquakes are felt over a wider area but cause less surface damage.

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