Latest earthquakes near Changzhi, Shanxi today
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Recent Changzhi Earthquake News
These are the latest articles published related to earthquakes occurring near Changzhi. Check our Earthquake News section for a complete overview of articles written on earthquakes near Changzhi and elsewhere.
Aug 6, 2023 02:33AM
DESTRUCTIVE M5.4 Earthquake struck on Sunday Night near Dezhou in China.
Changzhi Earthquake Statistics
Average
A total of 7 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or above have struck within 300 km (186 mi) of Changzhi, Shanxi in the past 10 years.
Magnitude Distribution
The table below visualizes the distribution of all earthquakes that occurred within 300km of Changzhi in the past 10 years. No earthquakes with a magnitude of 5 or above have occurred near Changzhi 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 | 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 Changzhi
The strongest recent earthquake of the past 10 years near Changzhi occurred on Mar 12, 2016 11:14 local time (Asia/Shanghai timezone). It had a magnitude of 4.8 and struck 220 kilometers (137 mi) south-west of Changzhi, at a depth of 10 km. Discover more strong earthquakes near Changzhi in the list below.
A longer time ago, a MAG-7 earthquake struck on Aug 1, 1937 04:35, 216 kilometers (134 mi) south-west of Changzhi. It is the strongest earthquake near Changzhi 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 Changzhi, Shanxi 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 Changzhi.
Nearest earthquakes from Changzhi
These are the earthquakes with their epicenter nearest to Changzhi, Shanxi. 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 Changzhi.
When was the last earthquake in Changzhi, Shanxi?
A 5.4 magnitude earthquake hit near Changzhi on the night of August 6, 2023 at 02:33 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 315km east-northeast of Changzhi at a depth of 18km under land. Check the list on our website for any earthquakes occurring near Changzhi, Shanxi in the past hours.
What was the strongest earthquake near Changzhi, Shanxi?
A 7 magnitude earthquake hit near Changzhi on the night of August 1, 1937 at 04:35 local time (Asia/Shanghai). The center of this earthquake was located 216km east-southeast of Changzhi at a depth of 25km under land. This is the strongest earthquake that occurred near Changzhi since the year 1900.
How often do earthquakes occur near Changzhi, Shanxi?
In the past 10 years, 7 earthquakes with a magnitude of four or higher occurred within a 300 kilometer range from Changzhi. This averages to 1 earthquakes yearly, or one earthquake every 521 days.
