1929 Murchison earthquake
| UTC time | 1929-06-16 22:47:30 |
|---|---|
| ISC event | 908150 |
| USGS-ANSS | ComCat |
| Local date | 17 June 1929 |
| Local time | 10:17 |
| Magnitude | Ms 7.8, Mw 7.3 |
| Depth | 12 km (7.5 mi) |
| Epicentre | 41°33′S 172°15′E / 41.55°S 172.25°E |
| Areas affected | South Island, New Zealand |
| Max. intensity | MMI X (Extreme) |
| Casualties | 17 deaths, others injured |
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The 1929 Murchison earthquake occurred at 10:17 am on 17 June. It struck the Murchison region of the South Island, with an estimated magnitude of 7.3, and was felt throughout New Zealand. There were 17 deaths, mostly as a result of landslides triggered by the earthquake. The rumbling sound of the earthquake was loud enough to be heard at New Plymouth, more than 250 km (155 mi) away.