1965 Rat Islands earthquake
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The 1965 Rat Islands earthquake occurred at 05:01 UTC, on 4 February (19:01, 3 February local time[1]). It had a magnitude of 8.7 and triggered a tsunami of over 10 m on Shemya Island,[2] but caused very little damage.
Quick Facts UTC time, ISC event ...
UTC time | 1965-02-04 05:01:22 |
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ISC event | 859206 |
USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
Local date | February 3, 1965 (1965-02-03) |
Local time | 19:01:22 |
Magnitude | 8.7 Mw |
Depth | 30.3 km (19 mi) |
Epicenter | 51.29°N 178.55°E / 51.29; 178.55 |
Areas affected | United States (Alaska) |
Total damage | $10,000 |
Max. intensity | MMI VI (Strong)[1] |
Tsunami | 10.7 m (35 ft) |
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