Strong dangerous earthquake in Southern Iran – At least 1 killed and 30 injured + a lot of damage

Last update: January 2, 2014 at 6:06 pm by By Ashish Khanal

Update 17:53 UTC : The following picture illustrates the power of the earthquake.

The impact of the earthquake in the epicenter area is very hight with about 60% of the houses damaged. 10% is uninhabitable. Tents and other aid are being delivered to this area. Unfortunately a lot of infrastructure (bridges, power lines and administration buildings were also damaged)

Image courtesy and copyright ISNA Iran

Update 10:01 UTC :

 Iran is, after China, the most dangerous country in the world for earthquakes, mainly because of the type of earthquakes.

Image courtesy and copyright farsnews.com

Update 06:45 UTC:
30 injured people are now confirmed, from which 14 are treated outpatient. 3 people, who were buried under the debris of collapsed houses, were severely injured.
Not only Bastak (which has approx. 8000 inhabitants), but also other villages near the epicenter suffered damage. The Red Crescent is currently evaluating the exact extend of damage.

A strong and shallow earthquake hit the Iranian province Hormozgan this morning and caused extensive damage in surrounding towns and villages. According to initial reports, many houses collaped or were severely damaged. Others suffered minor damage. Esspecially the town Bastak, only a few km west of the epicenter, is affected. So far it is conformed, that one resident was killed and 15 others were injured.

Nearby Cities
47km (29mi) S of Lar, Iran
53km (33mi) SSE of Gerash, Iran
87km (54mi) NNE of Kish, Iran
89km (55mi) NNW of Bandar-e Lengeh, Iran
309km (192mi) N of Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates

Most important Earthquake Data:

Magnitude : 5.3

Local Time (conversion only below land) : 2014-01-02 06:43:58

GMT/UTC Time : 2014-01-02 03:13:58

from:    http://earthquake-report.com/2014/01/02/strong-earthquake-southern-iran-on-january-2-2014/