1998 Papua New Guinea earthquake
The 1998 Papua New Guinea earthquake occurred on July 17 with a moment magnitude of 7.0 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe). The event occurred on a reverse fault near the north coast region of Papua New Guinea, 25 kilometers (16 mi) from the coast near Aitape, and caused a large undersea landslide which caused a tsunami that hit the coast, killing between at least 2,183 and 2,700 people and injuring thousands.
| UTC time | 1998-07-17 08:49:13 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 1167076 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | July 17, 1998 |
| Local time | 6:49 pm |
| Duration | 19 seconds |
| Magnitude | 7.0 Mw |
| Depth | 30 km (19 mi) |
| Epicenter | 3.11°S 142.44°E |
| Type | Dip-slip |
| Areas affected | Papua New Guinea |
| Max. intensity | VIII (Severe) |
| Tsunami | 15 m (49 ft) |
| Casualties | 2,183–2,700 dead Thousands injured |
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