2009 Talaud Islands earthquake
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| Date | February 11, 2009 (UTC) |
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| Origin time | 17:34 UTC |
| Magnitude | 7.2 Mw |
| Depth | 20 km (12 mi) [1] |
| Epicenter | 3°53′N 126°23′E / 3.89°N 126.39°ECoordinates: 3°53′N 126°23′E / 3.89°N 126.39°E [1] |
| Type | Reverse |
| Max. intensity | VI (Strong) |
The 2009 Talaud Islands earthquake occurred on February 12 at 01:34 local time (February 11, 2009 at 17:34 UTC) near Talaud Islands (Indonesian: Kepulauan Talaud), Indonesia. This reverse-type shock had a moment magnitude of 7.2 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VI (Strong). There were at least 64 people injured and 597 buildings damaged in Talaud Islands. This earthquake could also be felt in the Philippines.[1]
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