2004 Al Hoceima earthquake

The 2004 Al Hoceima earthquake occurred on 24 February at 02:27:47 local time near the coast of northern Morocco. The strike-slip earthquake measured 6.3 on the moment magnitude scale and had a maximum perceived intensity of IX (Violent) on the Mercalli intensity scale. Between 628 and 631 people were killed, 926 injured, and up to 15,000 people were rendered homeless in the Al Hoceima-Imzourene-Beni Abdallah area.

2004 Al Hoceima earthquake
Agadir
Tangier
UTC time2004-02-24 02:27:47
ISC event7254476
USGS-ANSSComCat
Local date24 February 2004 (2004-02-24)
Local time02:27:47
Magnitude6.3 Mw
Depth12.2 km (7.6 mi)
Epicenter35.23°N 4.02°W / 35.23; -4.02
TypeStrike-slip
Areas affectedMorocco
Max. intensityMMI IX (Violent)
Peak acceleration0.24 g
Casualties628–631 dead
926 injured
12,539–15,000 displaced
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