Earthquakes in May 1942
6 earthquakes recorded worldwide at magnitude 2.5 and above, listed strongest first.
Events per day
Strongest earthquakes
- 7.8
M7.8 earthquake near Rosa Zarate, Esmeraldas
20 km deep
Extreme - 6.5
M6.5 earthquake - south of the Kermadec Islands
15 km deep
Major - 6.4
M6.4 earthquake near Esmeraldas, Esmeraldas
15 km deep
Major - 6.3
M6.3 earthquake near Esmeraldas, Esmeraldas
15 km deep
Major - 6.1
M6.1 earthquake near Taitung, Taiwan
15 km deep
Major - 6.1
M6.1 earthquake near Bireun, Aceh
15 km deep
Major