1963 Marj earthquake
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The 1963 Marj earthquake occurred on February 21 in northern Libya. The earthquake occurred at 18:14:36 local time with a moment magnitude of 5.6 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe). Financial losses totaled $5 million USD, with 290–375 deaths, 375–500 injuries, and 12,000 homeless.
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UTC time | 1963-02-21 17:14:36 |
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ISC event | 871865 |
USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
Local date | February 21, 1963 (1963-02-21) |
Local time | 18:14:36 EEST |
Magnitude | 5.6 Mw [1] |
Depth | 25 km (16 mi) [1] |
Epicenter | 32.66°N 21°E / 32.66; 21 [1] |
Areas affected | Libya |
Total damage | $5 million [2] |
Max. intensity | MMI VIII (Severe) [3] |
Casualties | 290–375 dead [3] 375–500 injured [3] 12,000 displaced [4] |
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