| 1953 Torud earthquake | |
| Timestamp: | 1953-02-12 08:15:34 |
| Isc-Event: | 891496 |
| Anss-Url: | iscgem891496 |
| Local-Time: | 11:45:34 |
| Magnitude: | 6.6 |
| Depth: | 15km (09miles) |
| Type: | Reverse |
| Countries Affected: | Iran |
| Location: | 35.39°N 54.98°W |
| Casualties: | 800–973 killed 140 injured |
The 1953 Torud earthquake occurred at the northeastern border of the Great Salt Kavir in Torud, Semnan, Iran on 12 February. The shock had a moment magnitude of 6.6 and had a maximum Mercalli intensity of VIII (Severe). At least 800 people were killed.
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