1925 Charlevoix–Kamouraska earthquake
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The 1925 Charlevoix–Kamouraska earthquake struck northeastern North America on February 28, reaching 6.2 on the moment magnitude scale.[1] It was one of the most powerful measured in Canada in the 20th century,[1] with a maximum perceived intensity of VIII (Severe) on the Mercalli intensity scale at its epicentre in the area of Charlevoix-Kamouraska along the Saint Lawrence River near île aux Lièvres and not greater than VI (Strong) in the United States.[2] The quake was felt in Quebec City, Shawinigan, Montreal, as far south as Virginia, and as far west as the Mississippi River.[3]
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UTC time | 1925-03-01 02:19:20 |
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ISC event | 910394 |
USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
Local date | February 28, 1925 (1925-02-28) |
Local time | 09:19:20 [1] |
Magnitude | 6.2 Mw |
Depth | 10 km (6 mi) |
Epicenter | 47.8°N 69.8°W / 47.8; -69.8 |
Areas affected | Canada |
Max. intensity | MMI VIII (Severe) |
Aftershocks | 55 |
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