Tectonic base map of the Sumatra subduction zone showing major faults

Map shows land and ocean with 3-D features of relief and depth and labeled locations such as cities and earthquake epicenter.

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Detailed Description

Tectonic base map of the Sumatra subduction zone showing major faults and relative motion between the India and Sunda plates. Star marker is the location of the main shock of the December 26, 2004 earthquake.

Details

Image Dimensions: 562 x 634

Date Taken: Friday, June 6, 2008

Location Taken: ID

Credits

Eric Geist, Geophysicist, USGS Pacific Coastal and Marine Science Center

Source:

Earthquake Hazards Program, Earthquake Event Page

Tsunami and Earthquake Research