M 8.6 - 2012 Wharton Basin Earthquake
April 11, 2012 at 08:38:36 UTC
Depth: 20.00 km (Shallow)
Great
PAGER Alert
Tsunami
Felt Reports
Event Details
| Magnitude | 8.6 mw |
| Depth | 20.00 km (Shallow) |
| Location | 2.3270N, 93.0630E |
| Community Intensity | IX (Violent) |
| Mercalli Intensity | VI (Strong) |
| Felt Reports (DYFI) | 3,311 people |
| Alert Level (PAGER) | Yellow — Some damage possible, fatalities unlikely |
| Tsunami Warning | No |
| Significance | 2048 / 3000 |
| Status | Reviewed |
| Network | official |
| USGS Event Page | View on USGS → |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does magnitude 8.6 mean?
A magnitude 8.6 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 20.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.
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