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1902 Guatemala earthquake

1902 CE · Guatemala, North America · Disaster

1902 Guatemala earthquake
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The 1902 Guatemala earthquake occurred on April 18 at 8:23 pm with a moment magnitude of 7. 5 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe). The rupture was initiated at a depth of 25 km (16 mi) and the duration was 1 to 2 minutes.

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