Earthquakes in 2023
1,712 Earthquakes of Magnitude 5 or Greater Recorded Worldwide
According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), a total of 1,712 earthquakes with a magnitude of 5 or greater occurred worldwide in 2023. This represents a slight decrease from the previous year, when 1,736 earthquakes of the same magnitude were recorded.
Significant Earthquakes in 2023
Nineteen earthquakes with a magnitude of 7 or greater occurred in 2023, but no earthquakes reached a magnitude of 8. The largest earthquake of the year was a magnitude 7.3 event that struck near the coast of Indonesia on March 4th. This earthquake caused significant damage and resulted in hundreds of fatalities.
Other notable earthquakes in 2023 included a magnitude 6.4 earthquake that struck southern California on July 4th, a magnitude 6.2 earthquake that struck central Chile on September 16th, and a magnitude 6.1 earthquake that struck off the coast of Japan on October 23rd.
Conclusion
The occurrence of 1,712 earthquakes with a magnitude of 5 or greater in 2023 is a reminder of the constant threat posed by seismic activity. While earthquakes cannot be prevented, it is important to take steps to prepare for and mitigate the potential damage they can cause. Residents of earthquake-prone regions should be familiar with emergency procedures and have a plan in place for what to do in the event of an earthquake.
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