2013 Bushehr earthquake
The 2013 Bushehr earthquake occurred with a moment magnitude of 6.3 on April 9 in Iran. The shock's epicenter was in the province of Bushehr, near the city of Khvormuj and the towns of Kaki and Shonbeh. At least 37 people were killed, mostly from the town of Shonbeh and villages of Shonbeh-Tasuj district, and an estimated 850 people were injured.
| UTC time | 2013-04-09 11:52:49 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 607304565 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | April 9, 2013 |
| Local time | 16:22 IRDT |
| Magnitude | 6.3 Mw |
| Depth | 10.0 km (6.2 mi) |
| Epicenter | 28.48°N 51.58°E |
| Areas affected | Iran |
| Max. intensity | MMI VIII (Severe) |
| Aftershocks | 32 |
| Casualties | 37 dead, 850 injured |
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