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The Algerian earthquake of October 10, 1980 - a preliminary report

January 1, 1981

The earthquake occurred at 1.25 pm local time and had a surface-wave magnitude of 7.3. The main event was followed by an aftershock 3 hours later with a magnitude of 6.0. The main earthquake epicenter was located 170 km from the capital, Algiers. -from Author

Publication Year 1981
Title The Algerian earthquake of October 10, 1980 - a preliminary report
Authors A. F. Espinosa
Publication Type Article
Publication Subtype Journal Article
Series Title Earthquake Information Bulletin (USGS)
Index ID 70011866
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse
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