1968 Meckering earthquake
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The Western Australian town of Meckering was struck by an earthquake on 14 October 1968. The earthquake occurred at 10:58:52 local time, with a moment magnitude of 6.5 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of IX (Violent). Total damage amounted to $2.2 million with 20–28 injured.
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UTC time | 1968-10-14 02:58:52 |
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ISC event | 815895 |
USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
Local date | 14 October 1968 (1968-10-14) |
Local time | 10:58:52 |
Magnitude | 6.5 Mw[1] |
Depth | 15 km (9 mi)[1] |
Epicenter | 31.57°S 117.07°E / -31.57; 117.07[1] |
Fault | Meckering Fault[2] |
Type | Reverse[2] |
Total damage | $2.2 million[3] |
Max. intensity | MMI IX (Violent)[3] |
Casualties | 20–28 injured[4][5] |
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