16 Apr 2013 - A 7.8-magnitude earthquake hit the province of Sistan and Baluchestan in South-east Iran. Forty people have been reported dead.

Link: Baluchestan earthquake OCHA Flash Update no. 1, 16 April 2013

Link: Desert Locust Bulletin No. 410 (3 Dec 2012)

1. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

This bulletin is being issued for information of the earthquake took place in West Azerbaijan province of Islamic Republic of Iran and reflects the current situation and details available at this time. Although international appeal has not been launched for this disaster, direct international donations to IRCS are welcomed to support the ongoing operation.

Summary:

1st Earthquake Details (by USGS)

Magnitude 6.4 Date-Time Saturday, August 11, 2012, at 12:23:17 UTC Saturday, August 11, 2012, at 16:53:17 UTC+04:30 at epicenter Location 38.322°N, 46.888°E Depth 9.9km (6.2 miles)

2nd Earthquake Details (by USGS)

Magnitude 6.3 Date-Time Saturday, August 11, 2012, at 12:34:35 UTC Saturday, August 11, 2012, at 17:04:35 UTC+04:30 at epicenter Location 38.324°N, 46.759°E Depth 9.8km (6.1 miles)

I. HIGHLIGHTS/KEY PRIORITIES

• Two earthquakes with a magnitude of 6.4 and 6.3 on the Richter scale hit the East Azerbaijan province at 12:23 UTC (16:53 local time) and 12:34 UTC (17:04 local time);

• The disaster has left 300 dead and approximately 2000 injured. An estimated 17,000 are in need of assistance;