1717 (1717-1717) | 1717 Alpine Fault Earthquake
Description
Events in the same region
| Date | Title | Region | Preferred Magnitude | Quality* |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1460s | 1460 Wellington Earthquake | Alpine Fault | 8 | C |
| 1717s | 1717 Alpine Fault Earthquake | Alpine Fault | 8.1 | D |
References
- De Pascale (2012) -De Pascale, G. P., & Langridge, R. M. (2012). New on-fault evidence for a great earthquake in AD 1717, central Alpine fault, New Zealand. Geology, 40(9), 791-794. - Link
Event Characteristics
| Preferred Magnitude | 8.10 (8.00-8.20) |
|---|---|
| Epicenter | -42.590°N, 171.720°E |
| Depth | unknown |
| Tsunami | no/unknown |
| Paleo-Event | yes |
| Quality of Evidence | D |
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Magnitude Range
| Year | Reference | Magnitude |
|---|---|---|
| 2012 | De Pascale (2012) | 8.1 (8-8.2) |
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