M 9.1 - 2004 Sumatra - Andaman Islands Earthquake
December 26, 2004 at 00:58:53 UTC
Depth: 30.00 km (Shallow)
Great
PAGER Alert
Tsunami
Felt Reports
Event Details
| Magnitude | 9.1 mw |
| Depth | 30.00 km (Shallow) |
| Location | 3.2950N, 95.9820E |
| Community Intensity | VIII (Severe) |
| Mercalli Intensity | VII (Very Strong) |
| Felt Reports (DYFI) | 5 people |
| Tsunami Warning | No |
| Significance | 1278 / 3000 |
| Status | Reviewed |
| Network | official |
| USGS Event Page | View on USGS → |
Frequently Asked Questions
What does magnitude 9.1 mean?
A magnitude 9.1 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 30.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.
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