M 8.2 - 2012 Wharton Basin Aftershock
April 11, 2012 at 10:43:10 UTC
Depth: 25.10 km (Shallow)
Great
PAGER Alert
Tsunami
Felt Reports
Event Details
| Magnitude | 8.2 mwc |
| Depth | 25.10 km (Shallow) |
| Location | 0.8020N, 92.4630E |
| Community Intensity | IX (Violent) |
| Mercalli Intensity | V (Moderate) |
| Felt Reports (DYFI) | 196 people |
| Alert Level (PAGER) | Green — No fatalities or damage expected |
| Tsunami Warning | No |
| Significance | 1213 / 3000 |
| Status | Reviewed |
| Network | us |
| USGS Event Page | View on USGS → |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does magnitude 8.2 mean?
A magnitude 8.2 earthquake is classified as "Great". Great earthquakes can cause devastating damage over very large areas.
How deep was this earthquake?
This earthquake occurred at a depth of 25.10 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.
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