2016 Imphal earthquake
The 2016 Imphal earthquake struck northeast India in the state of Manipur on January 4 with a moment magnitude of 6.7 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VII (Very strong). Its epicentre was located in the Tamenglong district; about 30 km west of Imphal. At least 11 people were killed, 200 others were injured and numerous buildings were damaged. The quake was also strongly felt in Bangladesh. It was also extensively felt in eastern and north-eastern India. The earthquake, which hit at 4:35 a.m. on 4 January local time (23:05 UTC, 3 January), was centered in an isolated area. Imphal has a population of more than 250,000. It was one of the most damaging earthquakes in Manipur since 1880 and 1939.
| Country | Deaths | Injuries | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|
| India | 6 | 200 | |
| Bangladesh | 5 | ||
| Total | 11 | 200 |
| UTC time | 2016-01-03 23:05:22 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 612140990 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | 4 January 2016 |
| Local time | 4:35 a.m IST (UTC+5) |
| Magnitude | 6.7 Mw |
| Depth | 55.0 km (34.2 mi) |
| Epicenter | 24.834°N 93.656°E |
| Areas affected | Bangladesh India Myanmar Nepal |
| Max. intensity | MMI VII (Very strong) |
| Casualties | 11 dead ~200 injured |
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