Latest earthquakes near Longyan, Fujian today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Longyan, Fujian, China, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Longyan? If an earthquake is happening right now near Longyan (also known as 龙岩), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Longyan Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Longyan. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Longyan and elsewhere.
Apr 3, 2024 07:58AM
Unusually powerful M7.4 Earthquake struck on Wednesday Morning in the Philippine Sea near Hualien City (Taiwan).
Longyan Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 8 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Longyan, Fujian in the past 10 years.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Longyan in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Longyan during this time. Usually, higher magnitudes are less common than lower magnitudes. Small earthquakes with a magnitude below 4 on the Richter scale have been omitted from this overview.
| Magnitude | Earthquakes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Mag. 4 | 7 | 87.5% |
| Mag. 5 | 1 | 12.5% |
| Mag. 6 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 7 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 8 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 9 | 0 | 0.0% |
| Mag. 10 | 0 | 0.0% |
Strongest earthquakes near Longyan
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Longyan occurred on Nov 26, 2018 07:57 local time (Asia/Shanghai timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.7 and struck 244 kilometers (152 mi) south-east of Longyan, at a depth of 16 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Longyan in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.4 earthquake struck on Feb 13, 1918 14:07, 163 kilometers (101 mi) south-east of Longyan. It is the strongest earthquake near Longyan in the past 124 years (Our data goes back to January 1st, 1900).
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Longyan, Fujian in the past 10 years. You can use the tabs to find the heaviest historic earthquakes since the year 1900 or within a specific year or distance from Longyan.
Nearest earthquakes from Longyan
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Longyan, Fujian. You can use the buttons to find nearby earthquakes for a specific year or with a specific magnitude.
Frequently Asked Questions
These questions are commonly asked in relation to earthquakes occurring near Longyan.
When was the last earthquake in Longyan, Fujian?
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit near Longyan on the morning of April 3, 2024 at 07:58 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 484km east-southeast of Longyan at a depth of 40km under water in the Philippine Sea. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Longyan, Fujian in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Longyan, Fujian?
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit near Longyan on the afternoon of February 13, 1918 at 14:07 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 163km south of Longyan at a depth of 15km under water in the Taiwan Strait. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Longyan since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Longyan, Fujian?
In the past 10 years, 8 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Longyan. This averages to 1 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 456 days.
