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Antioch earthquake of 115

115 CE · Roman Empire, Europe · Disaster

An earthquake occurred in Antioch on 13 December 115 AD. It had an estimated magnitude of 7. 5 on the surface-wave magnitude scale and an estimated maximum intensity of XI (Extreme) on the Mercalli intensity scale. Antioch and surrounding areas were devastated with a great loss of life and property.

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