March 31 morning alone saw four such earthquakes strike Kon Plong district, measuring between 2.6 and 3.1 on the Richter scale at a depth of more than 8km.

Meanwhile, earthquakes measuring 3.0 - 3.3 magnitude were also reported in Kon Plong district on March 27-30.

As these earthquakes were minor, they did not pose any disaster risk, according to Dr. Nguyen Xuan Anh, director of the Earthquake Information and Tsunami Warning Centre, Institute of Earth Sciences, adding his institute is closely monitoring these earthquakes.

Since April 2021, hundreds of earthquakes have occurred in Kon Tum, mainly in Kon Plong district, with some causing widespread tremors. The strongest one measuring 5 on the Richter scale jolted the area on July 28, 2024.

According to Dr. Anh, preliminary studies suggest that earthquakes in Kon Tum will continue in the near future, but they are unlikely to exceed a magnitude of 5.5. However, he said, more detailed studies should be conducted immediately to assess seismic activity in this area.

The earthquakes in Kon Plong have been identified by scientists from the Institute of Earth Sciences as ‘induced earthquakes,’ caused by the water accumulation in hydropower reservoirs affecting the underlying fault system.

These earthquakes have not only caused tremors but also impacted neighbouring provinces such as Quang Nam and Da Nang. Many residents have felt the shaking, especially during earthquakes with magnitudes above 4.0.

While no significant damage to people or property has been reported, the continuous tremors have raised concerns among locals, highlighting the need for timely response measures.

Five earthquakes strike Kon Tum’s Kon Plong district on January 9

VOV.VN - Five consecutive earthquakes hit Kon Plong district in Kon Tum on January 9, with the strongest tremor measuring 4.2 on the Richter scale.