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1853 Shiraz earthquake

1853 earthquakes1853 in IranApril 1853 eventsEarthquakes in IranHistory of Fars province
Shiraz

The Fars region of Iran was struck by a major earthquake on either 22 April or 5 May 1853. The city of Shiraz and the surrounding area were severely affected, with almost all buildings destroyed. At least 9,000 people were killed, with some estimates reaching 13,000.

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1853 Shiraz earthquake
Shiraz zone 4

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N 29.6 ° E 52.5 °
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71778-17743 Shiraz, zone 4
Fars Province, Iran
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