Earthquake Information for 1996

February 17, Irian Jaya Region, Indonesia, M8.2 ** Largest Earthquake in 1996

At least 108 people killed, 423 injured, 58 missing, 5,043 houses destroyed or damaged in the epicentral area. Extensive damage on Biak and Supiori from the tsunami, which reached heights of 7 meters in many areas. Also damage along the north coast of Irian Jaya from Manokwari to Sarmi. Complex earthquake, with at least two larger events occurring about 12 and 18 seconds after the onset.

February 03, Yunnan, China, M6.6 ** Deadliest Earthquake in 1996

At least 322 people killed, 3,925 seriously injured and 13,000 slightly injured. About 358,000 housing units collapsed and 654,000 others were damaged. More than 320,000 people were left homeless. Maximum intensity (IX) at Lijiang. Complex event.