1611 Aizu earthquake
| 会津地震 | |
| Local date | September 27, 1611 |
|---|---|
| Local time | around 09:00 JST (UTC+9) |
| Magnitude | 6.9 M(K) |
| Epicenter | 37°36′N 139°48′E / 37.6°N 139.8°E |
| Areas affected | Fukushima Prefecture |
| Total damage | Extensive destruction |
| Casualties | ~3,700 deaths (official estimate) |
The 1611 Aizu earthquake (Japanese: 会津地震) occurred on September 27, 1611, in the Aizu Basin in present-day Fukushima Prefecture, Japan. According to the official report, it was estimated that there were more than 3,700 fatalities.[1][2] Aizuwakamatsu Castle, many temples, and about 20,000 houses collapsed in the stricken areas.
Overview
- Date: September 27, 1611[2]
- Magnitude: 6.9 MK[1]
- Epicenter: Aizu Basin (present day Fukushima Prefecture)
- Death toll: 3,700+ (official estimate)[2][3]