Magnitude 0.0 Earthquake Struck 24 km SSE of Son?rgaon, Bangladesh on September 20, 2008 12:21:30
Last Updated: 2014-11-07 01:37:13On September 20, 2008 12:21:30 an earthquake with magnitude of 0.0 on the richter scale hit 24 km SSE of Son?rgaon, Bangladesh. The earthquake originated at a depth of approximately 10.0 kilometers below the Earth's surface on longitude 90.733ยฐ and latitude 23.457ยฐ. According to documented reports people felt the earth quake, No tsunami was triggered due to the earthquake.
Magnitude & Depth
The earthquake that appeared on September 20, 2008 12:21:30 had a magnitude of 0.0 on the richter scale.
Shallow earthquakes are considered between 0 and 70 km deep, while intermediate earthquakes range from 70 - 300 km deep and deep earthquakes are between 300 - 700 km deep.
Are shallow earthquakes more destructive?
Shallow quakes generally tend to be more damaging than deeper quakes. Seismic waves from deep quakes have to travel farther to the surface, losing energy along the way.
Nearby Cities and Towns
The nearest significant population center is Sonฤrgaon in Dhaka District, Bangladesh, located 24 kilometers or 15 miles โ NW of the earthquake's epicenter. Other cities in close proximity include Hฤjฤซganj (Chittagong Division, Bangladesh) located 25 km (16 mi) โ SE and Chandpur (Chittagong Division, Bangladesh) located 25 km (15 mi) โ SE of the epicenter.
In total, we found 39 cities in our database that might have been impacted by the earthquake.
Distance | Direction | City | State | Country |
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24 km (15 mi) | โ NW | Sonฤrgaon | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
25 km (16 mi) | โ SE | Hฤjฤซganj | Chittagong Division | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
25 km (15 mi) | โ SE | Chandpur | Chittagong Division | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
28 km (17 mi) | โ E | Comilla | Chittagong Division | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
35 km (22 mi) | โ NW | Narayanganj | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
38 km (24 mi) | โ W | Munshiganj | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
41 km (25 mi) | โ SE | Rฤmganj | Chittagong Division | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
43 km (27 mi) | โ SW | Shariatpur | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
44 km (27 mi) | โ W | Paltan | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
46 km (28 mi) | โ SE | Rฤipur | Chittagong Division | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
46 km (28 mi) | โ E | Lฤkshฤm | Chittagong Division | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
46 km (28 mi) | โ W | Azimpur | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
47 km (29 mi) | โ SW | Pฤlang | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
53 km (33 mi) | โ N | Nabฤซnagar | Chittagong Division | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
54 km (33 mi) | โ SW | Char Bhadrฤsan | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
54 km (33 mi) | โ NE | Sonamura | Tripura | ๐ฎ๐ณ India |
54 km (33 mi) | โ NW | Dhaka | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
58 km (36 mi) | โ NW | Tungi | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
59 km (36 mi) | โ SW | Madaripur | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
60 km (37 mi) | โ SE | Lakshmipur | Chittagong Division | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
62 km (38 mi) | โ W | Dohฤr | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
65 km (41 mi) | โ NE | Barjala | Tripura | ๐ฎ๐ณ India |
66 km (41 mi) | โ W | Ramnagar | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
66 km (41 mi) | โ W | Khanbaniara | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
68 km (42 mi) | โ W | Parvez Ali Hossain | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
68 km (42 mi) | โ W | Joymontop | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
68 km (42 mi) | โ W | Sayani | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
69 km (43 mi) | โ NE | Agartala | Tripura | ๐ฎ๐ณ India |
73 km (45 mi) | โ S | Mehendiganj | Barisal District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
74 km (46 mi) | โ S | Gaurnadi | Barisal District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
74 km (46 mi) | โ W | Char Golora | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
74 km (46 mi) | โ W | Parvez Ali | Dhaka District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
76 km (47 mi) | โ NE | Ranir Bazar | Tripura | ๐ฎ๐ณ India |
76 km (47 mi) | โ S | Barisal | Barisal District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
80 km (50 mi) | โ E | Feni | Chittagong Division | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
90 km (56 mi) | โ SE | Noakhali | Chittagong Division | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
102 km (63 mi) | โ S | Nฤlchiti | Barisal District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
109 km (68 mi) | โ S | Jhalokati | Barisal District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
126 km (78 mi) | โ S | Pirojpur | Barisal District | ๐ง๐ฉ Bangladesh |
Nearby Power Plants
We found a total 22 utility-scale power plants in the vecinity of the earthquakes epicenter. The closest being Titas(Dautkandi) Oil power plant, located 10 kilometers (6 miles) โ N from the epicenter.
Distance | Direction | Power Plant | Type | Capacity |
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10 km (6 mi) | โ N | Titas(Dautkandi) | Oil | 52.0 MW |
21 km (13 mi) | โ NW | Meghnaghat CCPP | Gas | 855.0 MW |
26 km (16 mi) | โ W | Madanganj (Summit) | Oil | 157.0 MW |
28 km (17 mi) | โ W | Kathpotti 52 mw | Oil | 52.0 MW |
32 km (20 mi) | โ NW | Siddirgonj (Desh) | Oil | 96.0 MW |
32 km (20 mi) | โ NW | Horippur Power CCPP | Gas | 946.0 MW |
33 km (20 mi) | โ NW | Shiddirganj ST | Gas | 210.0 MW |
35 km (22 mi) | โ W | Pagla (DPA) | Oil | 50.0 MW |
38 km (23 mi) | โ NW | Summit Power Rupgonj | Gas | 33.0 MW |
39 km (24 mi) | โ W | Karanigonj (Powerpac) | Oil | 100.0 MW |
44 km (27 mi) | โ E | Jangalia (Summit) | Gas | 85.0 MW |
44 km (27 mi) | โ W | CLCPC Keranigonj | Oil | 100.0 MW |
46 km (28 mi) | โ E | Summit Power Comilla | Gas | 25.0 MW |
50 km (31 mi) | โ NE | ROKHIA GT | Gas | 63.0 MW |
55 km (34 mi) | โ E | MONARCHAK CCPP | Gas | 101.0 MW |
55 km (34 mi) | โ NE | Manarchak | Solar | 5.0 MW |
58 km (36 mi) | โ NW | Tongi GT | Gas | 105.0 MW |
63 km (39 mi) | โ W | Northen 55 MW | Oil | 55.0 MW |
78 km (48 mi) | โ NE | AGARTALA GT | Gas | 135.0 MW |
86 km (53 mi) | โ W | Summit Power (Madhabdi+Ashulia) | Gas | 80.0 MW |
97 km (60 mi) | โ S | Summit Barisal 110MW | Gas | 110.0 MW |
97 km (60 mi) | โ S | Barishal GT-unit-1 2 | Gas | 40.0 MW |
Power Plants & Risks During Earthquakes
We found 3 types of power plants in the vecinity of the magnitude 0.0 earthquake that struck 24 km SSE of Son?rgaon, Bangladesh on September 20, 2008 12:21:30. These types were Gas power plants, Oil power plants, Solar power plants, below you find information how each type of power plant can pose a risk to you as a person or the ecosytem around you.
None of this information should be used as guidence in an event of an emergency, but rather as additional references to information provided by national, state and local authorities.Gas Power
Gas power plants can pose significant risks to people and the environment in their vicinity during earthquakes.
Gas Leaks and Fires
Gas power plants rely on natural gas, which can leak from pipelines and equipment when damaged by seismic activity. These leaks can lead to fires and explosions, endangering people in the plant's vicinity.
Impact on Air Quality
Gas power plants emit pollutants, and fires caused by gas leaks during an earthquake can release harmful substances into the air. This can pose health risks to nearby residents.
Environmental Impact
Gas leaks can also harm the local environment, potentially contaminating soil and water sources.
To mitigate these risks, most modern gas power plants have robust safety measures in place, including gas leak detection systems, emergency response plans, and communication protocols to alert nearby communities in case of an incident. Additionally, local authorities should conduct risk assessments and ensure that emergency services are well-prepared to respond to potential hazards posed by gas power plants during earthquakes.
Solar Power
Solar power plants generally pose fewer risks compared to conventional power plants that use fossil fuels or nuclear energy. However, they are not without their own set of potential risks and challenges. Below you can find some of the risks associated with solar power plants in an event of a severe earthquake.
Environmental Impact
The production of solar panels involves the use of various materials, including rare metals and chemicals. Severe earthquakes could potentially introduce these into the ecosystems of their location.
Fire Risk
Although the solar panels themselves are not typically a fire hazard, electrical components like inverters and batterises that store the electricity can pose a risk. Electrical malfunctions or faults can lead to fires, especially in poorly maintained systems in an event of a severe earthquake, and thus pose a longterm risk for the local ecosystem.
Overall, the mitigation of risks associated with utility-scale solar power plants involves a combination of technological advancements, sustainable practices, regulatory adherence, and ongoing monitoring and maintenance.
Oil Power
Oil-fired power plants can pose significant risks to society, people, and ecosystems in the event of a severe earthquake.
Oil Spills & Fires
One of the most immediate dangers is the risk of oil spills and fires. The shaking during an earthquake can rupture storage tanks and pipelines, leading to the release of large quantities of oil. Spilled oil can catch fire, causing explosions and further environmental damage.
Air Quality Polution
Oil fires and releases can result in the release of toxic fumes and particulate matter into the air. This can lead to poor air quality, posing health risks to nearby communities. People exposed to these pollutants may experience respiratory issues and other health problems.
Water Pollution
Spilled oil can contaminate nearby water bodies, including rivers, lakes, and groundwater. This can harm aquatic ecosystems, killing fish and other wildlife, and disrupting the food chain. Drinking water supplies may also be compromised, impacting human health.
Soil Contamination
Oil spills can saturate the soil, making it less fertile and potentially rendering it unusable for agriculture. Soil contamination can persist for years, affecting local food production.
Long-Term Environmental Damage
The environmental damage caused by oil spills and fires can persist long after the earthquake event. Cleanup efforts can be costly and challenging, and ecosystems may take years or even decades to recover fully.
To mitigate these risks, most modern oil-fired power plants follow strict regulations, safety measures, and extensive emergency response plans are in place for oil power plants located in seismically active regions. This includes robust containment systems, automatic shutdown mechanisms, and well-trained response teams.
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.