Latest earthquakes near Shijiazhuang, Hebei today
Complete overview of the latest earthquakes near Shijiazhuang, Hebei, China, updated every minute. Did you feel an earthquake today in Shijiazhuang? If an earthquake is happening right now near Shijiazhuang (also known as 石家庄), it will show up within minutes.
Recent Shijiazhuang Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Shijiazhuang. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Shijiazhuang and elsewhere.
Aug 6, 2023 02:33AM
DESTRUCTIVE M5.4 Earthquake struck on Sunday Night near Dezhou in China.
Shijiazhuang Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 11 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Shijiazhuang, Hebei in the past 10 years.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Shijiazhuang in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 6 or above have occurred near Shijiazhuang 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 | 10 | 90.91% |
| Mag. 5 | 1 | 9.09% |
| 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 Shijiazhuang
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Shijiazhuang occurred on Aug 6, 2023 02:33 local time (Asia/Shanghai timezone). It had a magnitude of 5.4 and struck 191 kilometers (119 mi) east-southeast of Shijiazhuang, at a depth of 18 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Shijiazhuang in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-6.8 earthquake struck on Mar 22, 1966 16:19, 75 kilometers (47 mi) east-southeast of Shijiazhuang. It is the strongest earthquake near Shijiazhuang 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 Shijiazhuang, Hebei 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 Shijiazhuang.
Nearest earthquakes from Shijiazhuang
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Shijiazhuang, Hebei. 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 Shijiazhuang.
When was the last earthquake in Shijiazhuang, Hebei?
A 5.4 magnitude earthquake hit near Shijiazhuang on the night of August 6, 2023 at 02:33 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 191km east-southeast of Shijiazhuang at a depth of 18km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Shijiazhuang, Hebei in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Shijiazhuang, Hebei?
A 6.8 magnitude earthquake hit near Shijiazhuang on the afternoon of March 22, 1966 at 16:19 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 75km south-east of Shijiazhuang at a depth of 20km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Shijiazhuang since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Shijiazhuang, Hebei?
In the past 10 years, 11 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Shijiazhuang. This averages to 1 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 332 days.
