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What did the earthquake measure on the richer scale in the Indian Ocean?
The earthquake that occurred in the Indian Ocean on December 26, 2004, measured 9.1 to 9.3 on the moment magnitude scale, which is the modern equivalent of the Richter scale. This powerful earthquake triggered a massive tsunami that affected several countries around the Indian Ocean, resulting in significant loss of life and widespread destruction. It remains one of the deadliest natural disasters in history.
What is the second strongest earthquake ever measured?
The 2004 Indian Ocean Earthquake measuring 9.3 on the Richter scale. The strongest was in Japan measuring 9.5
Was the Haitian earthquake the 2nd highest ever on the Richter scale?
No. The second highest earthquake magnitude (depending on the source of the information) was either the Boxing Day 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake (magnitude 9.1 - 9.3) or the 1964 Alaskan earthquake (magnitude 9.2). The Haitian Earthquake in January 2010 had a Richter magnitude of 7.2.
Where was the earthquake in the Indian ocean?
In the Indian Ocean
What did the earthquake measure?
There were two magnitude 9+ earthquakes under the Indian ocean, (9.1 and 9.3) in that respect the earthquake that caused the tsunami was off the Richter scale! The tsunami itself was 60ft high and travelled 40 mph upon reaching the shore, the first of the two waves sort of broke on the shore causing some damage, but this wet the land creating a slipstream for the second wave which destroyed most of the towns it hit.
What was the height of the India tsunami?
the Indian ocean earthquake of 2004 26th December measured 9.3 on the Richter scale. this earthquake was one of the most worst natural disasters in history. this was no ordinary tsunami but a mega-thrust tsunami.
What is the most famous earthquake that has ever happened?
2004 Indian Ocean Earthquake and Tsunami
What happened during the Indian Ocean earthquake?
A tsunami happened during the Indian Ocean tsunami in December 24 2004
What was the magnitude of the earthquake in the Indian Ocean?
Between 9.1 and 9.3.
Is 2004 Indian Ocean earthquake and tsunami the same?
Yes, the 9.0 magnitude earthquake caused the tsunami.
What is the most dangerous tsunami that has happen?
it was in INDIAN OCEAN it was a 9.3 earthquake.
Where was the earthquake caused in Indian ocean?
Near the coast of Indonesia. xo
