| 1920 Mendoza earthquake | |
| Pre-1900: | yes |
| Timestamp: | 1920-12-17 19:00:04 |
| Isc-Event: | 912690 |
| Anss-Url: | iscgem912690 |
| Local-Date: | December 17, 1920 |
| Local-Time: | 18:59 |
| Magnitude: | 6.0 |
| Depth: | 40sp=usNaNsp=us |
| Countries Affected: | Mendoza, Argentina |
| Casualties: | 200 dead |
The 1920 Mendoza earthquake took place in the province of Mendoza, Argentina, on 17 December at 6:59:49 p.m. It measured magnitude 6.0, and its epicenter was at -32.7°N -92°W, with a depth of 40 km.
The earthquake was felt with grade VIII (Severe) on the Mercalli intensity scale. It affected the provincial capital Mendoza, and caused material damage and numerous fatalities in several towns 30km (20miles) to the northeast.