1997 Ardabil earthquake
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The 1997 Ardabil earthquake occurred on 28 February with a moment magnitude of 6.1 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe). The strike-slip earthquake occurred in northern Iran, near the city of Ardabil.
Quick Facts UTC time, ISC event ...
UTC time | 1997-02-28 12:57:23 |
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ISC event | 1013321 |
USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
Local date | February 28, 1997 (1997-02-28) |
Local time | 16:27:23 IRST |
Duration | 15 seconds[1] |
Magnitude | 6.1 Mw |
Depth | 10 km (6.2 mi)[2] |
Epicenter | 38.08°N 48.05°E / 38.08; 48.05[2] |
Type | Strike-slip[3] |
Areas affected | Iran |
Max. intensity | MMI VIII (Severe) [4] |
Casualties | 1,100 people killed, 2,600 injured, 36,000 homeless |
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