A geologic and geophysical study of the Charleston, South Carolina, earthquake zone
Earthquake Information Bulletin (USGS)
By: B.B. Higgins and P. Popenoe
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Abstract
A maximum Modified Mercalli intensity of X was reported in Charleston. Damage to buildings was extensive, railroads were made impassable, and communications were disrupted. During the earthquake 27 people were killed, and 56 later died as a result of exposure and injuries sustained during the shaking. The earthquake was reported felt as far as New England, Wisconsin, and Missouri, an area of 5 million square kilometres.
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| Publication type | Article |
|---|---|
| Publication Subtype | Journal Article |
| Title | A geologic and geophysical study of the Charleston, South Carolina, earthquake zone |
| Series title | Earthquake Information Bulletin (USGS) |
| Volume | 6 |
| Issue | 6 |
| Year Published | 1974 |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | U.S Geological Survey |
| Description | 8 p. |
| First page | 16 |
| Last page | 23 |
| Country | United States |
| State | South Carolina |
| Online Only (Y/N) | N |
| Additional Online Files (Y/N) | N |
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