1992 Suusamyr earthquake
On August 19, 1992, a magnitude 7.5 occurred at 02:04 UTC in the border area of Kyrgyzstan. Maximum felt intensity of IX (Violent) on the Mercalli intensity scale. 75 peoples have died, including 14 peoples who were killed by landslides.
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| Magnitude | 7.5 Ms |
| Depth | 17.0 km (10.6 mi) |
| Epicenter location | 42°08′31″N 73°34′30″E / 42.142°N 73.575°ECoordinates: 42°08′31″N 73°34′30″E / 42.142°N 73.575°E |
| Countries or regions affected | Kyrgyzstan Tajikistan Uzbekistan Kazakhstan China |
| Max. intensity | IX (Violent) |
| Casualties | 75 fatalities |
The earthquake ruptured an east-west-trending, south-dipping thrust fault in the Suusamyr Basin with the epicenter beneath the Aramsu Range.
Response
The Kyrgyz government and international humanitarian organizations responded to the disaster by providing aid and assistance to the affected communities.
