1oldman2 said:
When I see Earthquake and Peru in the same sentence I always think of the coastal areas, I was surprised to see it so far inland. I noticed that area has a considerable history of quakes within the last 50 years.Astronuc said:
I noticed the population of Skopje is over half a million, the surrounding area must be over a million easy, with the center so shallow this could have been much worse.Astronuc said:
Good thing the population was low in the area, looking at it on G Earth it doesn't look like there is much seismic engineering in the building codes. (Lake Victoria is a beautiful area, must be great to visit there.)davenn said:
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Nice landscaping, that pic reminds me of the Santa Barbara, California area. Interesting geology in that area considering the lake is sandwiched between two rifts. (What a flashback to the days of Idi Amin)davenn said:
The Tanzania quake was caused by a sudden release of energy along a fault line in the Earth's crust, resulting in seismic waves that caused the ground to shake.
The Tanzania quake had a magnitude of 5.7 on the Richter scale, which measures the strength of earthquakes. This is considered a moderate earthquake and can cause significant damage in populated areas.
The Tanzania quake occurred in the Kagera region, located in the northwestern part of Tanzania. This region is known for its seismic activity, with several small earthquakes occurring each year.
Yes, there were several aftershocks reported after the initial Tanzania quake. These are smaller earthquakes that occur in the same area as the main quake and can continue for days or weeks after the initial event.
The Tanzanian government and international organizations are providing aid and support to those affected by the quake. This includes medical assistance, shelter, and supplies for those who have lost their homes. Rescue efforts are also underway to search for any survivors trapped under collapsed buildings.