> moderate and shallow MW 5.6 Earthquake in Xaignabouri, Laos

12/19/2021 - Earthquake in Xaignabouri, Laos

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Event Characteristics
CEDIM Karlsruhe Institute of Technology
Date & Time Dec. 19, 2021, 10:06 p.m.
Magnitude Mw 5.6
Latitude 19.55 °N
Longitude 101.32 °E
Depth 2 km
Last Update 2021-12-19
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Impact on Health Services

A total 18 major healthcare facilities have been affected by this event.

Using data of the Healthsites.io. Latest update: May 2024 (only considering hospitals and clinics). In some countries, definitions for clinics and hospitals may deviate.

Impact on Energy Infrastructure

A total 1.88 GW of power generation capacity has been affected by this event.

Using data of the Global Power Plant Database. Latest update: June 2021, min. Capacity 10 MW.

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