Улаанбаатар
Mongolia Records 24 Moderate Earthquakes in First Half of 2025
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Ulaanbaatar, July 4, 2025 /MONTSAME/. A total of 24 earthquakes with magnitudes ranging between 3.5 and 5.1 were recorded across Mongolia and its border regions from January 1 to June 1, 2025, according to the National Emergency Management Agency (NEMA). The recorded seismic events show an 11 percent increase compared to the same period last year.
Director of the NEMA Operations Management Department Colonel A. Dashnyam noted, " A 4.5-magnitude earthquake on July 2 in Bogd soum of Uvurkhangai aimag was felt by local residents. Additionally, a 5.0-magnitude earthquake registered on July 3 in Delgertsogt soum, Dundgobi aimag, was felt not only in the epicentral area but also in nearby soums—Saintsagaan, Adaatsag, and Deren—as well as in the capital city, Ulaanbaatar. Fortunately, no damages or injuries were reported."
Earthquakes in the 3.5 to 5.1 magnitude range usually do not cause structural damage; they are often felt indoors and can disturb unsecured items. Earthquakes above 5.0 magnitude, though still moderate, can cause more noticeable shaking, potentially affecting weak structures and causing concern among residents.
