Latest earthquakes near Danshui, Guangdong today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Danshui, Guangdong, China, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Danshui? If an earthquake is happening right now near Danshui (also known as 淡水), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Danshui Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Danshui. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Danshui and elsewhere.
Apr 3, 2024 07:58AM
Unusually powerful M7.4 Earthquake struck on Wednesday Morning in the Philippine Sea near Hualien City (Taiwan).
Danshui Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 3 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Danshui, Guangdong in the past 10 years.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Danshui in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 5 or above have occurred near Danshui 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 | 3 | 100.0% |
| Mag. 5 | 0 | 0.0% |
| 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 Danshui
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Danshui occurred on Nov 4, 2023 19:24 local time (Asia/Shanghai timezone). It had a magnitude of 4.2 and struck 253 kilometers (157 mi) west-southwest of Danshui, at a depth of 11 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Danshui in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7.4 earthquake struck on Feb 13, 1918 14:07, 274 kilometers (170 mi) west-southwest of Danshui. It is the strongest earthquake near Danshui in the past 125 years (Our data goes back to January 1st, 1900).
In the table below you will find the strongest earthquakes that occurred near Danshui, Guangdong 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 Danshui.
Nearest earthquakes from Danshui
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Danshui, Guangdong. 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 Danshui.
When was the last earthquake in Danshui, Guangdong?
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit near Danshui on the morning of April 3, 2024 at 07:58 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 737km east of Danshui at a depth of 40km under water in the Philippine Sea. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Danshui, Guangdong in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Danshui, Guangdong?
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit near Danshui on the afternoon of February 13, 1918 at 14:07 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 274km east-northeast of Danshui at a depth of 15km under water in the Taiwan Strait. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Danshui since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Danshui, Guangdong?
In the past 10 years, 3 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Danshui. This averages to 0 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 1217 days.
