Notable earthquake on record

M6.8 earthquake - The 2001 Nisqually, Washington Earthquake

February 28, 2001 · 52 km deep.

Magnitude
M 6.8
Depth
52 km
Date
2001
Tsunami
No

The 2001 Nisqually, Washington Earthquake - a magnitude 6.8 earthquake at 52 km depth in 2001. Epicenter: 47.15, -122.73.

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