1920 Mendoza earthquake
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The 1920 Mendoza earthquake took place in the province of Mendoza, Argentina, on 17 December at 15:00:04 local time;. It measured magnitude 6.0, and its epicenter was at 32°42â²S 68°24â²W, with a depth of 40 km.
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| UTC time | 1920-12-17 19:00:04 |
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| ISC event | 912690 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | December 17, 1920 |
| Local time | 15:00:04 |
| Magnitude | 6.0 Mw |
| Depth | 40 km (25 mi) |
| Epicenter | 32.41°S 68.24°W |
| Areas affected | Mendoza, Argentina |
| Max. intensity | MMI VIII (Severe) |
| Casualties | 200 dead |
The earthquake was felt with grade VIII (Severe) on the Mercalli intensity scale. It affected the provincial capital Mendoza, and caused material damage and numerous fatalities in several towns 30 km (19 mi) to the northeast.
See also
References
- (in Spanish) Instituto Nacional de Prevención SÃsmica. Listado de Terremotos Históricos.