1946 Ancash earthquake
The 1946 Ancash earthquake in the Andes Mountains of central Peru occurred on November 10 at 17:43 UTC. The earthquake had a surface-wave magnitude of 7.0, and achieved a maximum Mercalli intensity scale rating of XI (Extreme). About 1,400 Peruvians are thought to have died from the event.
| UTC time | 1946-11-10 17:42:56 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 898660 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | November 10, 1946 |
| Magnitude | 7.0 Ms 6.8–7.0 Mw |
| Depth | 15–17 km (9.3–10.6 mi) km |
| Epicenter | 8.410°S 77.535°W |
| Type | Dip-slip |
| Areas affected | Central Peru |
| Max. intensity | MMI XI (Extreme) |
| Landslides | Numerous |
| Casualties | ~1,400 killed |
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