1915 Avezzano earthquake
The 1915 Avezzano earthquake or 1915 Fucino earthquake occurred on 13 January in central Italy at 07:52:42 local time. The shock had a moment magnitude of 6.7 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of XI (Extreme). The epicenter was located in the city of Avezzano (which was destroyed) in the Province of L'Aquila. Around 30,000 direct fatalities and $60 million in damage resulted from the earthquake.
Ruins of Avezzano | |
| UTC time | 1915-01-13 06:52:42 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 913880 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | 13 January 1915 |
| Local time | 07:52:42 |
| Magnitude | 6.7 Mw |
| Depth | 15 km (9.3 mi) |
| Epicenter | 42.025°N 13.578°E |
| Fault | Serrone Fault |
| Areas affected | Marsica, Italy |
| Total damage | $60 million |
| Max. intensity | MMI XI (Extreme) |
| Casualties | 29,978–32,610 dead |
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