M 6.1 - 119 km NNE of Jinghong, China

June 2, 2007 at 21:34:57 UTC

Depth: 5.00 km (Shallow)

Key Takeaway

This strong earthquake (M6.1) occurred 18 years ago near 119 km NNE of Jinghong, China, at a depth of 5.00 km (shallow). It was felt by 8 people.

M 6.1

Strong

N/A

PAGER Alert

No

Tsunami

8

Felt Reports

Event Details

Magnitude6.1 mwb
Depth5.00 km (Shallow)
Location23.0280N, 101.0520E
Community IntensityVI (Strong)
Mercalli IntensityVII (Very Strong)
Felt Reports (DYFI)8 people
Tsunami WarningNo
Significance578 / 3000
StatusReviewed
Networkus
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Frequently Asked Questions

What was the magnitude of this earthquake?

This earthquake had a magnitude of 6.1, classified as "Strong". Strong earthquakes can cause severe damage in areas several tens of miles across.

How deep was this earthquake?

This earthquake occurred at a depth of 5.00 km, classified as "Shallow". Shallow earthquakes tend to cause more damage at the surface because the energy has less distance to travel before reaching buildings and infrastructure.

Where exactly did this earthquake occur?

This earthquake occurred near 119 km NNE of Jinghong, China, at coordinates 23.0280N, 101.0520E. The location is determined by analyzing seismic wave arrival times at multiple monitoring stations.

Were there aftershocks associated with this event?

Aftershock data for this specific event can be explored by viewing nearby recent earthquakes listed below on this page. Aftershocks are smaller earthquakes that occur in the same area following a larger event, and they can continue for days, weeks, or even months depending on the original earthquake's magnitude.

What does the magnitude of this earthquake mean in practical terms?

A magnitude 6.1 earthquake is classified as "Strong" — these can cause significant damage in populated areas, particularly to older or poorly constructed buildings.

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