2010 Mentawai earthquake and tsunami
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The 2010 Mentawai earthquake occurred with a moment magnitude of 7.8[1] on 25 October off the western coast of Sumatra at 21:42 local time (14:42 UTC).[4] The earthquake occurred on the same fault that produced the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake. It was widely felt across the provinces of Bengkulu and West Sumatra and resulted in a substantial localized tsunami that struck the Mentawai Islands.[5]
Quick Facts UTC time, ISC event ...
UTC time | 2010-10-25 14:42:22 |
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ISC event | 15264887 |
USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
Local date | October 25, 2010 (2010-10-25) |
Local time | 21:42:22 |
Magnitude | 7.8 Mw |
Depth | 12.8 miles (20.6 km) |
Epicenter | 3.487°S 100.082°E / -3.487; 100.082[1][2] |
Fault | Sunda megathrust |
Type | Thrust fault |
Areas affected | Indonesia |
Max. intensity | MMI V (Moderate)[1] |
Casualties | 408 dead + 303 missing[3] |
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