The centre said the quake in Mang But was an induced earthquake. Since 2021, hundreds of tremors have been recorded in Quang Ngai, particularly in areas formerly belonging to Kon Tum province, mainly around the former Kon Plong district, some of which caused widespread shaking. The strongest recorded in the area was a magnitude-5.0 quake on July 28, 2024, while an earlier tremor measuring 4.7 occurred on August 23, 2022. The centre forecast that earthquakes in the area are likely to continue in the coming time but are unlikely to exceed a magnitude of 5.5. However, further detailed studies are needed to better assess seismic activity in the region./.

Source: VietNamNet News March 09, 2026 09:58 UTC