1953 Torud earthquake
Earthquake in Iran
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The 1953 Torud earthquake occurred at the northeastern border of the Great Salt Kavir in Torud, Semnan, Iran on 12 February. The shock had a moment magnitude of 6.6 and had a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe). At least 800 people were killed.
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| UTC time | 1953-02-12 08:15:34 |
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| ISC event | 891496 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | 12 February 1953 |
| Local time | 11:45:34 |
| Magnitude | 6.6 Mw[1] |
| Depth | 15 km (9.3 mi)[1] |
| Epicenter | 35.39°N 54.98°E[1] |
| Type | Reverse[2] |
| Areas affected | Iran |
| Max. intensity | MMI VIII (Severe)[3] |
| Casualties | 800–973 killed[4][5] 140 injured[5] |
