Strong Earthquakes (M6.0-6.9)
Strong earthquakes — can cause severe damage in areas several tens of miles across. Average ~120 per year worldwide.
Top Countries for M6.0-6.9
Indonesia
364
Papua New Guinea
262
Japan
248
US
179
Chile
162
Vanuatu
157
Tonga
138
Russia
136
Philippines
131
Solomon Islands
115
| Magnitude | Location | Date & Time | Depth | Alert |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| M 6.4 | 60 km NNE of Antofagasta, Chile | Jan 8, 2000 11:59 | 36.00 km | |
| M 6.4 | 15 km SE of Malango, Solomon Islands | Jan 8, 2000 01:19 | 33.00 km | |
| M 6.2 | Luzon, Philippines | Jan 6, 2000 21:31 | 33.00 km | |
| M 6.1 | 35 km WSW of Elfin Cove, Alaska | Jan 6, 2000 10:42 | 1.00 km | |
| M 6.1 | 84 km SSW of Lata, Solomon Islands | Jan 5, 2000 07:40 | 33.00 km | |
| M 6.0 | west of Macquarie Island | Jan 1, 2000 05:58 | 10.00 km |