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1833 Sumatra earthquake

1833 CE · Seychelles, Africa · Disaster

1833 Sumatra earthquake
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The 1833 Sumatra earthquake occurred on November 25 at about 22:00 local time, with an estimated magnitude in the range of 8. 8–9. 2 Mw. It caused a large tsunami that flooded the southwestern coast of the island. There are no reliable records of the loss of life, with the casualties being described only as 'numerous'.

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