2008 Lincolnshire earthquake
The 2008 Lincolnshire earthquake occurred on the 27th of February 2008. This earthquake was measured on the Richter scale at 3.9. People near the epicentre could feel this quake. Only one person was injured and there were no deaths due to the earthquake. This affected the United Kingdom. The depth of the earthquake was 18,600m. It is said to have happened at 23:14 on a Saturday and is estimated to have lasted for 10 seconds. It was mainly felt in Lincolnshire and Hull.
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| Date | {{{date}}} |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 5.2 ML |
| Depth | 18.6 kilometres (12 mi) |
| Epicenter location | 53°24′14″N 0°19′52″W / 53.404°N 0.331°WCoordinates: 53°24′14″N 0°19′52″W / 53.404°N 0.331°W |
| Countries or regions affected | United Kingdom |
| Max. intensity | VI (Slightly Damaging) |
| Casualties | 1 injured |
2008 Lincolnshire Earthquake Media
The spire of St Andrew's church in Haconby was damaged
Seismicity in the United Kingdom from 1990 to 27 February 2008
