1222 Cyprus earthquake

1222 Cyprus earthquake
Paphos
Local date11 May 1222 (1222-05-11)
Local time08:15
Magnitude7.0–7.5
Epicenter34°42′N 32°36′E / 34.7°N 32.6°E / 34.7; 32.6
Areas affectedCyprus
Max. intensityMMI IX (Violent)
TsunamiYes
CasualtiesMany

The 1222 Cyprus earthquake occurred at about 06:15 UTC on 11 May. It had an estimated magnitude of 7.0–7.5 and triggered a paleotsunami that was recorded in Libya and Alexandria. The strongest shaking was felt in Nicosia, Limassol and Paphos. Many people died, although there are no estimates for the total number of casualties.