1953 Suva earthquake
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The 1953 Suva earthquake occurred on 14 September at 00:26 UTC near Suva, Fiji, just off the southeast shore of Viti Levu. This earthquake had an estimated magnitude of Ms 6.8 and Mw 6.4. The earthquake triggered a coral reef platform collapse and a submarine landslide that caused a tsunami.[3][4] Eight people were reported killed;[5] a wharf, bridges, and buildings were severely damaged in Suva.[3]
Quick Facts UTC time, ISC event ...
UTC time | 1953-09-14 00:26:34 |
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ISC event | 892001 |
USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
Local date | 14 September 1953 (1953-09-14) |
Local time | 12:26:34 |
Magnitude | 6.8 Ms, 6.4 Mw[1] |
Depth | 10 km[2] |
Epicenter | 18.2°S 178.3°E / -18.2; 178.3[1] |
Areas affected | Fiji |
Max. intensity | MMI VII (Very strong) |
Tsunami | local |
Casualties | 8 dead |
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