1886 Charleston earthquake
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The 1886 Charleston earthquake in South Carolina occurred about 9:50 p.m. local time August 31. It caused 60 deaths and $5–6 million in damage to 2,000 buildings in the Southeastern United States. It is one of the most powerful and damaging... Wikipedia
Start date: August 31, 1886
Areas affected: South Carolina, United States
Casualties: 60 deaths
Epicenter: 32°54′N 80°00′W / 32.9°N 80.0°W
Magnitude: 6.9–7.3 Mw
Max. intensity: MMI X (Extreme)
Total damage: $5–6 million