Editing Sichuan Earthquake (section)

== FAQs ==
'''Q. Was there a major earthquake in Sichuan in 2025?'''

Yes — on October 9, 2025, a magnitude ~5.5 (or 5.4 by some reports) quake struck parts of Sichuan (Xinlong / Ganzi area).

'''Q. What depth was the quake?'''

The quake’s depth was around 10 km, making it relatively shallow, which can increase ground shaking intensity.

'''Q. Were there any confirmed casualties or damage?'''

As of now, '''no confirmed reports''' of significant casualties or widespread structural damage have been confirmed.

'''Q. Has Sichuan seen other quakes in 2025?'''

Yes — several small-to-moderate tremors, including a 4.9 quake in Baiyu County, and a 4.5 quake in Gongxian County, among others.

'''Q. Why is Sichuan seismically active?'''

The region sits at a complex tectonic zone along the Tibetan Plateau’s edge. The collision between the Indian Plate and Eurasian Plate causes stresses that frequently release via earthquakes.