2008 Illinois earthquake
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The 2008 Illinois earthquake was one of the largest earthquakes ever recorded in the Midwest state of Illinois. This moderate strike-slip shock measured 5.2 on the moment magnitude scale and had a maximum Mercalli intensity of VII (Very strong). It occurred at 04:36:59 local time on April 18 near Bellmont and Mount Carmel, Illinois, within the Wabash Valley Seismic Zone. Earthquakes in this part of the country are often felt at great distances.
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UTC time | 2008-04-18 09:36:59 |
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ISC event | 10882140 |
USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
Local date | April 18, 2008 |
Local time | 4:36 am CST |
Magnitude | 5.2 Mw(USGS) |
Depth | 14.3 km (9 mi) |
Epicenter | 38.45°N 87.89°W / 38.45; -87.89 |
Type | Strike-slip[1] |
Areas affected | Midwestern United States |
Total damage | Limited [2] |
Max. intensity | MMI VII (Very strong) [1] |
Casualties | 2 injured |
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