1921 Massawa earthquake

The 1921 Massawa earthquake took place off the coast of Massawa, Eritrea, on August 14 with a moment magnitude of 6.1 and a Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe). The first aftershock after the initial earthquake was of similar magnitude. Significant damage was caused to the harbour at Massawa with a number of deaths reported.^[3] Aftershocks were felt as far away as Asmara and Dekemhare.

UTCtime1921-08-14 13:15:28

ISCevent912292

USGS-ANSSComCat

LocaldateAugust 14, 1921 (1921-08-14)

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1921 Massawa earthquake

Asmara
UTC time	1921-08-14 13:15:28
ISC event	912292
USGS-ANSS	ComCat
Local date	August 14, 1921 (1921-08-14)
Local time	16:15:28
Magnitude	6.1 Mw[1]
Depth	15 km (9 mi)[1]
Epicenter	15.16°N 40.9°E / 15.16; 40.9[1]
Areas affected	Eritrea
Total damage	Severe[2]
Max. intensity	MMI VIII (Severe)[2]
Casualties	Some[2]

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