5 Countries Hit Most by Earthquakes

In this article, we will take a look at the top 5 countries most hit by earthquakes. If you wish to see our detailed analysis, you can go to 20 Countries Hit Most by Earthquakes.

5. Japan

Total Earthquakes in 2023: 679

Over the last decade, Japan has seen 9,675 earthquakes with a magnitude of 4 or above. In the year 2023, the country witnessed 679 earthquakes and hence became one of the top countries hit most by earthquakes.

4. Syria

Total Earthquakes in 2023: 719

Syria also qualifies for the top 20 countries hit most by earthquakes. Northern and Western Syria also witnessed the massive Turkey earthquake in February 2023. Syria experienced a total of 719 earthquakes in 2023.

3. Turkey

Total Earthquakes in 2023: 824

The recent earthquake of magnitude 7.8 which hit Turkey in February 2023 was followed by massive aftershocks and led to widespread destruction and loss of lives. In 2023 alone the country faced 824 earthquakes.

2. Mexico

Total Earthquakes in 2023: 1,436

Mexico is another country vulnerable to earthquakes. The country faced a significant number of earthquakes in the preceding decade. 1,436 earthquakes have hit the country in 2023 so far.

1. Indonesia

Total Earthquakes in 2023: 1,719

Indonesia is the most earthquake-hit country in 2023. The country has seen a total of 20,544 earthquakes with a magnitude of 4 or higher, in the last 10 years. In 2023, the country has been subject to 1,719 earthquakes so far.

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