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The US Geological Survey provide a contour map of earthquake intensity for the earthquake that occurred on the 12th of January, 2010. This indicates that the highest intensity (perceived shaking) with a level of 10 (X) on the Modified Mercalli Intensity Scale occurred in Grand Goave (population 5000). The Haitian capital Port-au-Prince suffered an intensity 9 event.
The scale indicates that at this intensity structures will suffer heavy to very heavy damage.
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Hardest hit area of haiti earthquake?
The hardest hit area of the 2010 Haiti earthquake was the capital city, Port-au-Prince. The earthquake caused widespread destruction in the city, including major damage to buildings and infrastructure, resulting in significant loss of life and displacement of residents.
What city in Haiti did the earthquake hit the hardest?
their was a lot damage in haiti
Did the Haitian earthquake cause a tsunami?
yes
Who did the Haitian earthquake effect?
the kids and mothers.
What caused the haiyuan earthquake?
The Haitian earthquake was caused by the faultline the country sits on.
What number was the Haitian earthquake?
The Haiti Earthquake measured about 7 on the Richter Scale.
Was the Haitian earthquake of magnitude 8.0?
No, the Haitian earthquake which occurred on the 12th of January, 2010 had a magnitude of 7.0. Please see the related question for more information.
What was the date of the Haitian earthquake?
January 12, 2010
What was total number of aftershocks for Haitian earthquake?
52
How many were injured in the Haitian earthquake?
just 1
How long did the 2010 Haitian earthquake last?
As i know,the earthquake lasted 15-30 seconds.
Was they Haiti earthquake caused by constructive plate boundaries?
No. The Haitian earthquake was caused by a transform boundary.
