To provide an accurate answer, I need more context. Are you referring to a specific earthquake and engine? Please provide more details, such as:

• The specific earthquake: When and where did it occur?
• The type of engine: Is it a train engine, a car engine, or something else?
• The location of the engine before the earthquake: Where was the engine located before the earthquake struck?

With more information, I can research the event and provide a more specific and helpful answer.