Seven earthquakes with magnitudes between 2.7 and 4.1 on the Richter scale were recorded in Kon Plong District in the Central Highlands province of Kon Tum on September 1.
Seven more consecutive earthquakes reported in Kon Tum Province on September 1
The first quake, measuring 2.7 on the Richter scale, occurred at 9:13 am and the last one measuring 3.4 on the Richter scale was reported at 6.36pm, according to the Institute of Geophysics’ Vietnam Earthquake and Tsunami Warning Centre.
The strongest quake measuring 4.1 on the Richter scale was recorded at 1.39 pm, with local residents reporting they could clearly feel the trembles.
These earthquakes did not pose any risks, the centre said, adding that it was continuing to observe related developments.
Kon Plong District has recently been hit by more quakes and local authorities have issued warnings and instructions to residents on how to respond to the possible consequences of the earthquakes.
Prime Minister Pham Minh Chinh has also sent a document to authorities in Kon Tum and neighboring Quang Nam Province regarding the response to the earthquakes in Kon Plong District.
PM Chinh asked Kon Tum and Quang Nam authorities to closely monitor the situation, as well as inspect and assess the damage caused by the tremors to local houses, reservoirs, hydropower dams, traffic works, and medical and educational facilities.
The premier also requested the Ministry of Science and Technology, in coordination with the Vietnam Academy of Science and Technology, to determine the cause and danger of earthquakes in the locality, as well as to propose suitable solutions.