M 5.0 - 26 km NW of Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar

Name: M 5.0 - 26 km NW of Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar
Start: 2004-12-30T01:13:48+00:00
Location: 26 km NW of Nay Pyi Taw, Myanmar

December 30, 2004 at 01:13:48 UTC

Depth: 51.60 km (Shallow)

M 5.0

Moderate

N/A

PAGER Alert

Tsunami

N/A

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude	5.0 mb
Depth	51.60 km (Shallow)
Location	19.9220N, 95.9550E
Tsunami Warning	No
Significance	385 / 3000
Status	Reviewed
Network	us
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does magnitude 5 mean?

A magnitude 5 earthquake is classified as "Moderate". Moderate earthquakes can cause damage to poorly constructed buildings.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 51.60 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface.

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