Expert Warns of Importance of Regular Earthquake Monitoring After Small Quake Caused by Da River Fault

On May 27, an earthquake of magnitude 3.4 occurred in Nho Quan district, Ninh Binh, causing a small explosion and light ground shaking. According to experts from the Institute of Geophysics, the earthquake was caused by the activity of the Da River fault zone, a level 2 fault. The Da River fault separates two tectonic zones and extends over 450 km in northern Vietnam.

The earthquake was felt by people in nearby areas such as Thach Thanh and Ha Trung districts, Thanh Hoa province. The Da River fault is known for medium-level earthquakes in northern Vietnam and has caused small earthquakes like this one before. While not considered dangerous, it is important to monitor for aftershocks and detect any signs of a high level of danger if necessary.

Associate Professor Dr. Nguyen Hong Phuong explained that the Da River fault is active and prone to seismic activity. She noted that while this earthquake was not dangerous, it highlights the need for regular monitoring of developments in this region as earthquakes often occur in chains. Dr. Nguyen Xuan Anh, Director of the Institute of Geophysics, emphasized that studying and monitoring fault zones is crucial to understanding the risks associated with earthquakes and their potential impact on human life and property damage.