October 2009 Afghanistan earthquake
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| Date | 22 October 2009 |
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| Origin time | 19:51:27 |
| Magnitude | 6.2 Mw |
| Depth | 185.9 km (116 mi) |
| Epicenter | 36°31′01″N 70°57′00″E / 36.517°N 70.950°ECoordinates: 36°31′01″N 70°57′00″E / 36.517°N 70.950°E |
| Type | Dip-slip |
| Areas affected |
Afghanistan Pakistan |
| Max. intensity | V (Moderate) |
| Landslides | Yes |
| Casualties | 5 deaths |
A 6.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in Afghanistan on October 22, 2009 at 19:51:27 UTC. This was a relatively deep shock with a reverse focal mechanism. The maximum Mercalli intensity was V (Moderate) at Fayzabad, Badakhshan. Landslides killed three people and two others suffered fatal heart attacks.[1]
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