2010 Mentawai earthquake and tsunami
The 2010 Mentawai earthquake occurred with a moment magnitude of 7.8 on 25 October off the western coast of Sumatra at 21:42 local time (14:42 UTC). The earthquake occurred on the same fault that produced the 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake. It was widely felt across the provinces of Bengkulu and West Sumatra and resulted in a substantial localized tsunami that struck the Mentawai Islands.
| UTC time | 2010-10-25 14:42:22 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 15264887 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | October 25, 2010 |
| Local time | 21:42:22 |
| Magnitude | 7.8 Mw |
| Depth | 12.8 miles (20.6 km) |
| Epicenter | 3.487°S 100.082°E |
| Fault | Sunda megathrust |
| Type | Thrust fault |
| Areas affected | Indonesia |
| Max. intensity | MMI V (Moderate) |
| Casualties | 408 dead + 303 missing |
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