Tag 7 3 magnitude eartquate in iran iraq border
According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), there was a 7.3 magnitude earthquake that occurred on November 12, 2017, in the Iran-Iraq border region.
Here are the details:
- Date: November 12, 2017
- Time: 21:48 UTC (02:18 local time)
- Magnitude: 7.3 Mw (moment magnitude)
- Depth: 23.2 km (14.4 miles)
- Epicenter: 32.6°N 47.0°E (near the city of Ezgeleh, Iran)
- Countries affected: Iran, Iraq, Turkey, and Kuwait
- Casualties: At least 530 people killed, over 7,000 injured
- Damage: Widespread damage reported in both Iran and Iraq, including collapsed buildings, roads, and bridges.
This earthquake was a significant event in the region, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.