> moderate and shallow MW 5.5 Earthquake near Elazig, Turkey

12/27/2020 - Earthquake near Elazig, Turkey

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Event Characteristics
CEDIM Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Date & Time Dec. 27, 2020, 7:37 a.m.
Magnitude Mw 5.5
Latitude 38.49 °N
Longitude 39.21 °E
Depth 2 km
Last Update 2020-12-27
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Impact
Country Displaced Injured Dead Damaged Buildings Destroyed Buildings
Total 67 20
Turkey 67 20

Source: Earthquake Impact Database

Affected Population
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Impact on Health Services

A total 12 major healthcare facilities have been affected by this event.

Using data of the Healthsites.io. Latest update: May 2024 (only considering hospitals and clinics). In some countries, definitions for clinics and hospitals may deviate.

Impact on Energy Infrastructure

A total 0.03 GW of power generation capacity has been affected by this event.

Using data of the Global Power Plant Database. Latest update: June 2021, min. Capacity 10 MW.

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