1930 Dhubri earthquake
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| Date | July 3, 1930 (July 2, 1930 UTC) |
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| Origin time | 21:03:43 |
| Magnitude | 7.1 Mw |
| Depth | 15 km (9.3 mi) |
| Epicenter | 25°56′N 90°11′E / 25.93°N 90.18°ECoordinates: 25°56′N 90°11′E / 25.93°N 90.18°E |
| Max. intensity | IX (Devastating tremor) |
The 1930 Dhubri earthquake occurred on July 3 at 03:23 local time near Dhubri, India (then British India). It had a magnitude of Mw 7.1. Most of the buildings were damaged in Dhubri and the surrounding areas. This earthquake did not cause any fatalities.[1] The maximal intensity was IX (Devastating tremor) on the Rossi–Forel scale near Dhubri.
See also
References
- ↑ "Documentation on past disasters, their impact, Measures taken, vulnerable areas in Assam." (PDF). Centre for Natural Disaster Management, Assam Administrative Staff College. p. 8.
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