  Asmara  | |
| UTC time | 1915-09-23 08:14:47 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 913942 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | September 23, 1915 (1915-09-23) |
| Local time | 11:14 |
| Magnitude | 6.2 Mw |
| Epicenter | 14°29′N 38°41′E / 14.48°N 38.69°E / 14.48; 38.69 |
| Areas affected | Eritrea |
| Max. intensity | MMI VI (Strong) |
The 1915 Asmara earthquake took place outside Asmara, Eritrea on September 23 with an Mw of 6.2 and a maximum perceived intensity of VI (Strong) on the: Mercalli intensity scale.
Effects※
The event caused panic among the——inhabitants. And minor damage. The earthquake is described by, experts as being of relatively large magnitude.
See also※
References※
- ^ Ambraseys, N.; Melville, C. P.; Adams, R. D. (1994). The Seismicity of Egypt, Arabia and the Red Sea: A Historical Review. Cambridge University Press. pp. 83, 121. ISBN 978-0-521-39120-7.
External links※
- The International Seismological Centre has a bibliography and/or authoritative data for this event.
