Earthquake investigation uncovers overlooked fault line behind 4.5 magnitude tremor in Northern Thailand

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Phitsanulok and Pichit provinces, situated in the North of Thailand, were recently shaken by a significant earthquake, rated 4.5 on the Richter scale.

 

The tremors caused noticeable damage to various buildings, including residences, religious sites, schools, and a hospital. As the earthquake investigation progresses, the fault line is currently under scrutiny by the Department of Mineral Resources and is suspected to be responsible for these tremors.

 

Suvapak Imsamut, Deputy Chief and spokesperson for the department addressed the situation in a news conference held yesterday. He informed the public of the department’s keen interest and ongoing earthquake investigation concerning the tremors that occurred late last week.

 

“Our previous stance was that this hidden fault remains inactive. Nevertheless, it might be necessary to shift it to the active fault list. This move, however, will only follow after comprehensive analysis and official approval of our findings,” stated Suvapak.

Suvapak also mentioned the categorisation of Phitsanulok province under the Department of Public Works and Town & Country Planning as a “green zone” indicating the region’s vulnerability and needing quake-induced damage control methods.

 

by Mitch Connor

Photo courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

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Full story: https://thethaiger.com/news/national/overlooked-fault-line-triggers-4-5-magnitude-earthquake-in-northern-thailand

 

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[jacko45k]

So, are they looking at the fault line in the picture? A bit of pointing would help!

[hotchilli]

5 hours ago, jacko45k said:

So, are they looking at the fault line in the picture? A bit of pointing would help!

I think the fault line maybe found deeper than the crack in the plaster

[Srikcir]

8 hours ago, webfact said:

Our previous stance was that this hidden fault remains inactive.

If the stance was that the fault is inactive, then it wasn't "hidden." It's just not showing evidence of surface disruption.