Table 1 Examples of historical earthquakes with their approximate latitudes and intensities
From: Geoenvironmental investigation of Sahure’s pyramid, Abusir archeological site, Giza, Egypt
Date | Lat. E | Intensity (MMI) |
|---|---|---|
2200 BC | 30.75 (Tell Basta) | VII (destructive) |
39 AD | 30.20 (Northern Egypt) | VI (very strong) |
520 AD | 31.00 (Northern Egypt) | VII (destructive) |
885 AD | 30.10 (Northern Egypt) | VII (destructive) |
1847 AD | 29.50 (Northern Egypt) | VIII (Very destructive) |