region 1978

Prince Edward Islands region earthquakes in 1978

Earthquake archive for Prince Edward Islands region in 1978: 5 recorded events with dates, magnitudes, depths and epicenter details.

All periods 1977 1979

Overview

Period at a glance

Recorded earthquakes

6.2

Strongest magnitude

5.2

Average magnitude

28.4 km

Average depth

Strongest event

6.2

21 Aug 1978

Prince Edward Islands region, Unknown

Depth

10.0 km

UTC

22:05:02

Coordinates

-47.669, 32.540

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Analysis of the recorded activity

During 1978, 5 earthquakes were recorded near Prince Edward Islands region. Magnitudes ranged from 4.7 to 6.2, with an average of 5.2; depths ranged from 10.0 to 33.0 km, averaging 28.4 km. Activity extended from Tuesday, July 4, 1978 to Sunday, August 27, 1978 UTC.

Only 5 earthquakes in the current catalogue match this period and location.

Event list

All earthquakes

Mag

Location

Details

6.2 10.0 km