Latest Earthquakes in Oromia Region, Ethiopia
Latest Earthquakes in Oromia Region, Ethiopia
An overview of the latest earthquakes near Oromia Region, Ethiopia. Each event is recorded as they happend updated every minute, the first event recorded was in 1950.
| Time | Epicenter | Magnitude | Depth |
|---|---|---|---|
|
8 years ago
On 2015-10-29 00:35:36 |
9.0216, 39.7736
189 km (117 mi) โ NW of Oromia Region |
M 4.3
|
16.76 km |
|
9 years ago
On 2014-12-29 16:09:52 |
7.411, 38.8101
201 km (125 mi) โ SW of Oromia Region |
M 4.4
|
10.68 km |
|
18 years ago
On 2006-07-04 05:51:58 |
7.917, 39.009
183 km (114 mi) โ W of Oromia Region |
M 4.5
|
10 km |
|
24 years ago
On 2000-07-11 04:00:36 |
8.787, 42.181
219 km (136 mi) โ NE of Oromia Region |
M 4.3
|
10 km |
|
31 years ago
On 1993-02-13 02:25:49 |
8.331, 39.308
170 km (105 mi) โ W of Oromia Region |
M 5.3
|
12.4 km |
|
35 years ago
On 1989-05-11 20:53:51 |
8.946, 39.982
171 km (106 mi) โ NW of Oromia Region |
M 4.9
|
10 km |
Oromia Region Earthquake Statistics
Oromia Region in , Ethiopia has experienced a total of 6 since the 1950's.
Number of Earthquakes per Year in Oromia Region 1950-2024
Annual earthquakes counts for Oromia Region was last updated at 2024-08-30 04:01:03.
Earthquake Magnitude Distribution
| Magnitude | Earthquakes | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| M 4 | 5 | 83.33% |
| M 5 | 1 | 16.67% |
Magnitude distribution for Oromia Region was last updated at 2024-05-26 08:01:13.
When was the last earthquake in Oromia Region, Ethiopia?
The last earthquake in Oromia Region was 8 years ago and struck 189 km (117 mi) โ NW of the city. The earthquake had a magnitude 4.30 on the richter scale and a depth of 16.76 km.
What was the strongest earthquake near Oromia Region, Ethiopia?
The strongest earthquake recorded near Oromia Region was a 5.30 magnitude earthquake with a depth of 12.4 kilometers. It struck 13 km SSE of Wenj?, Ethiopia or 170 km (105 mi) โ W from the center of Oromia Region, 31 years ago.
How often do earthquakes occur near Oromia Region, Ethiopia?
In 2024, Oromia Region has experienced 0 earthquakes, which is lower than the yearly average of X. Based on the data dating back to 1950 we can asume that Oromia Region is struck by an earthquake every x months.
In 2024, Oromia Region has experienced 0 earthquakes with a magnitude of 2 or higher. That is lower than the average of 0.08 earthquakes per year in the region. Based on the data dating back to 1950 we can asume that Oromia Region is struck by an earthquake with a magnitude of 2 or higher every 0.01 months.
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Data Information
Information found on this page is a derivative set, based on sources mentioned below.
Data Sources
We aggregate and combine data from USGS (United States Geographical Survey) and the EMSC (European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre). This allow us to get near real-time and historical earthquake data dating back to the year 1950.
Disclaimer
Information or data found on this page should not be used for, or as an early warning system. It is intended as an historical reference or near real-time complementary information to offical and governmental sources. In an event of an emergency it is important closely monitor and follow advice from national, state and local authorities.