2023 Earthquakes

A Devastating Year for Turkey and Syria

A List of Major Earthquakes

2023 has been a year marked by devastating earthquakes, with several major events causing widespread damage and loss of life. This article will provide a list of significant earthquakes that occurred in 2023, with a focus on those that have had a significant impact due to their magnitude, damage, deaths, or serious injuries.

One of the most powerful earthquakes to hit in recent years was the M w 7.8 earthquake that struck southern and central Turkey and northern and western Syria on February 6th, 2023. The epicenter was located 37 km west-northwest of Gaziantep, Turkey, and the earthquake caused widespread destruction in both countries.

Another major earthquake occurred in China on December 18th, 2023. A magnitude 5.96 earthquake struck Jishishan County in Gansu Province, causing significant damage and injuries. The earthquake was felt in several nearby provinces and regions.

The full list of major earthquakes that occurred in 2023, with a magnitude of 6 or above, is as follows:

1. February 6th, 2023 - M w 7.8 - Turkey and Syria
2. December 18th, 2023 - M w 5.96 - China

These earthquakes have had a profound impact on the affected regions, causing widespread devastation and loss of life. The recovery and rebuilding process will take significant time and resources, and international aid has been pouring in to assist those in need.