Local date | 11 May 1222 |
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Local time | 08:15 |
Magnitude | 7.0–7.5 |
Epicenter | 34°42′N 32°36′E / 34.7°N 32.6°E |
Areas affected | Cyprus |
Max. intensity | MMI IX (Violent) |
Tsunami | Yes |
Casualties | Many |
The 1222 Cyprus earthquake occurred at about 06:15 UTC on 11 May. It had an estimated magnitude of 7.0–7.5 and triggered a paleotsunami that was recorded in Libya and Alexandria. The strongest shaking was felt in Nicosia, Limassol and Paphos.[1] Many people died, although there are no estimates for the total number of casualties.[2]
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