1932 Eureka earthquake
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The 1932 Eureka earthquake occurred on June 6 at 00:44:26 local time along the northern coastal area of California in the United States. With a moment magnitude of 6.4 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe), this earthquake left one person dead from a falling chimney and several injured. The shock was the largest in the area since 1923 and was felt in southern Oregon and northern California.
Quick Facts UTC time, ISC event ...
UTC time | 1932-06-06 08:44:26 |
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ISC event | 906203 |
USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
Local date | June 6, 1932 (1932-06-06) |
Local time | 00:44:26 |
Magnitude | 6.4 Mw [1] |
Depth | 9.3 mi (15 km) [1] |
Epicenter | 40.73°N 124.21°W / 40.73; -124.21 [1] |
Type | Unknown |
Areas affected | North Coast (California) United States |
Max. intensity | MMI VIII (Severe)[2] |
Casualties | One dead, three injured [2][3] |
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