1974 Izu Peninsula earthquake
Earthquake impacting Izu Peninsula, Japan
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The 1974 Izu Peninsula earthquake (Japanese: 1974年伊豆半島沖地震) occurred on May 9 at 08:33 local time. The epicenter was located off the Izu Peninsula, Japan. Twenty-five people were reported dead. Landslides and damage to roads, buildings, and infrastructure were reported. This earthquake triggered a small tsunami.[3] The intensity in Tokyo reached shindo 3.[4] The magnitude of this earthquake was put at Ms 6.5, or MJMA 6.9.[5][6]
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| UTC time | 1974-05-08 23:33:29 |
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| ISC event | 748001 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | May 9, 1974 |
| Local time | 08:33:29 |
| Magnitude | 6.5 Ms 6.9 MJMA |
| Depth | 9 km |
| Epicenter | 34.6°N 138.8°E |
| Areas affected | Japan |
| Max. intensity | MMI VIII (Severe) JMA 5−[1] |
| Tsunami | Yes[2] |
| Casualties | 38 dead or missing[2] |