The 2000 Tottori earthquake (Japanese: 鳥取県西部地震) occurred on 6 October 2000, at 13:30:20 local time with a moment magnitude of 6.7 and a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe). The epicenter was near Yonago and Matsue. About $150 million in damage was caused (with 104 buildings destroyed) and between 130-182 people were injured.
UTC time | 2000-10-06 04:30:20 |
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ISC event | 1839998 |
USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
Local date | October 6, 2000 |
Local time | 13:30:20 JST |
Magnitude | 6.7 Mw [1] |
Depth | 10 km (6.2 mi) [1] |
Epicenter | 35°16′N 133°19′E / 35.27°N 133.31°E [1] |
Type | Strike-slip[2] |
Areas affected | Japan |
Total damage | $150 million (US) [2] |
Max. intensity | MMI VIII (Severe)[3] JMA 6+ |
Landslides | Yes [2] |
Casualties | 130-182 injuries [2][4] |
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