1999 Luzon earthquake

A Mw7.3 earthquake struck the northern coast of Zambales on December 12, 1999.[1] The earthquake killed six people and injured 40 in Zambales, Pangasinan, and Metro Manila. The quake also caused power interruptions in the region.[2][3]

1999 Luzon earthquake
Epicenter of the earthquake. Near the west coast of Luzon is the seismically active Manila Trench.
UTC time1999-12-11 18:03:36
ISC event1658129
USGS-ANSSComCat
Local dateDecember 12, 1999 (1999-12-12)[1]
Local time2:03:26 am (PhST)
Duration27 seconds
MagnitudeMw7.3[1]
Depth33 km (21 mi)
Epicenter15°45′58″N 119°44′24″E
Off the coast of Zambales
TypeTectonic
Areas affectedZambales, Pangasinan, and Metro Manila
Casualties6 dead, 40 injured

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