Kern County Earthquake Strikes Southern California, 12 Killed, July 21, 1952
The 7.3 Mw Kern County earthquake strikes Southern California with a maximum Mercalli intensity of XI (Extreme), killing 12 and injuring hundreds.
Date: July 21, 1952
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