Mapping the 5. 0 Magnitude Quake in China The 5. 0 magnitude earthquake that struck southern China has left a trail of destruction and disruption in its wake.
The tremors were felt as far away as Hong Kong, while local residents are still reeling from the aftermath. This earthquake will have lasting impacts on the affected communities.
Earthquake Zone and Population Vulnerability Located in Sichuan province, the quake's epicenter was near a densely populated area with a high concentration of residential buildings.