1995 Colima–Jalisco earthquake
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The 1995 Colima–Jalisco earthquake occurred on October 9 at 15:35 UTC with a moment magnitude of 8.0 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe). The shock occurred off the coast of Jalisco, Mexico, where a tsunami was triggered that affected a 200 km (120 mi) stretch of the coast.[4] The earthquake could be felt in Mexico City and in high-rise buildings in Dallas and Houston.[5] In Mexico, the Cihuatlan-Manzanillo was the most severely affected area. At least 49 people died and 100 were injured.
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UTC time | 1995-10-09 15:35:56 |
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ISC event | 75476 |
USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
Local date | October 9, 1995 (1995-10-09) |
Local time | 10:35 |
Magnitude | 8.0 Mw |
Depth | 40 km (25 mi) [1] |
Epicenter | 19.08°N 104.18°W / 19.08; -104.18 [1] |
Areas affected | Mexico |
Max. intensity | MMI VIII (Severe) [2] |
Tsunami | Yes |
Casualties | 49–58 dead [3] 100 injured [3] |
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