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The 1896 Rikuu earthquake (Japanese: 陸羽地震) is an inland earthquake that occurred on August 31, 1896, near the border between Akita and Iwate prefectures, Japan.[5][6] Magnitude was 7.2.[7] The earthquake left 209 people dead (205 people dead in Akita Prefecture) and 779 people injured.[8] Senya Fault is a fault which was responsible for 1896 Rikuu earthquake, along with surface rupture.[9][10]
陸羽地震 | |
Local date | August 31, 1896[1] |
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Magnitude | M7.2[2] |
Epicenter | 39.5°N 140.7°E[3] |
Fault | Senya Fault[4] |
Casualties | 209 dead, 779 injured |
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