2010 Afghanistan earthquake
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The 2010 Afghanistan earthquake occurred on April 18 with a moment magnitude of 5.6. The earthquake could be felt in Mazar-i-Sharif, Kabul, and elsewhere in Afghanistan, as well as in Uzbekistan and Tajikistan.[4] Eleven people were killed and more than 70 were injured. More than 2,000 houses were destroyed.
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UTC time | 2010-04-18 20:28:50 |
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ISC event | 14580687 |
USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
Local date | 18 April 2010 |
Local time | 20:28:50 UTC [1] |
Magnitude | 5.6 Mwc[2] |
Depth | 13 km (8.1 mi) [2] |
Epicenter | 35.71°N 67.68°E / 35.71; 67.68 [1] |
Areas affected | Afghanistan |
Max. intensity | MMI VII (Very strong)[3] |
Landslides | Yes [4] |
Casualties | 11 killed, 70+ injured [4] |
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