Historical Events tagged with "hector"
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Magnitude 7.1 Hector Mine Earthquake Strikes
A powerful magnitude 7.1 earthquake struck near the town of Hector Mine in Southern California. Occurring on October 16, 1999, this seismic event caused significant shaking, with the tremors felt across a wide region. While there were no reported direct fatalities, the earthquake was extensive enough to damage numerous buildings and infrastructure across the region, prompting emergency responses and evaluations. The quake occurred as part of the tectonic activity associated with the complex fault systems in California, highlighting the state’s vulnerability to seismic events.
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