1778 Kashan earthquake
| Local date | 15 December 1778 |
|---|---|
| Local time | Just before dawn |
| Magnitude | 6.2 Ms |
| Epicentre | 34°00′N 51°18′E / 34.0°N 51.3°E |
| Fault | Qom–Safreh Fault, Kashan segment |
| Type | Strike-slip |
| Max. intensity | MMI VIII (Severe) |
| Casualties | >8,000 |
The city of Kashan in Iran was struck by a major earthquake just before dawn on 15 December 1778. The earthquake had an estimated magnitude of 6.2 Ms. There was widespread damage in the area around the city, with most buildings destroyed. More than 8,000 people were killed.