1967 Koynanagar earthquake
The 1967 Koynanagar earthquake occurred near Koynanagar town in Maharashtra, India on 11 December local time. The magnitude 6.6 shock hit with a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe). It occurred near the site of Koyna dam, raising questions about induced seismicity, and claimed at least 177 lives and injured over 2,200.
| UTC time | 1967-12-10 22:51:23 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 828259 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | 11 December 1967 |
| Local time | 04:21 am |
| Magnitude | 6.6 Mw |
| Depth | 15 km (9 mi) |
| Epicenter | 17.41°N 73.86°E |
| Areas affected | India |
| Total damage | $400,000 |
| Max. intensity | MMI VIII (Severe) |
| Casualties | 177–180 dead 2,272 injured |
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