1929 Cumaná earthquake
| UTC time | 1929-01-17 11:45:42 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 907860 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | January 17, 1929 |
| Local time | 7:45 VET |
| Duration | 30 seconds |
| Magnitude | 6.7 Mw |
| Depth | 10.0 km |
| Epicenter | 10°32′35″N 64°26′38″W / 10.543°N 64.444°W |
| Type | Strike-slip |
| Areas affected | Venezuela |
| Max. intensity | MMI IX (Violent) |
| Tsunami | 3 m (9.8 ft) |
| Casualties | 200–1,600 dead, 800 injured |
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The 1929 Cumaná earthquake occurred on January 17 at 07:45:44 local time, affecting Venezuela. Measuring 6.7 on the moment magnitude scale (Mw ) at a depth of 10 km (6.2 mi), the earthquake severely damaged the city of Cumaná in Sucre state. The earthquake had an epicenter located offshore in the Caribbean Sea, and had a maximum Modified Mercalli intensity scale rating of IX (Violent). It lasted 30 seconds, causing major damage and a tsunami. Although the total death toll is unknown, it may be as high as 1,600.