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It was one of the first times an earthquake in this specific region was documented with such precision, helping geologists map hidden fault lines beneath the Brazilian soil. 3. Understanding the "mb" Scale

The epicenter was near Itacarambi, in the São Francisco Craton area. (4.9 MB)

Unlike events in California or Japan, which occur at plate boundaries, intracratonic earthquakes happen within the stable interior of a continent. They are much rarer but can be surprisingly damaging because the crust in these areas is often rigid and can transmit seismic waves over vast distances. 2. The Impact of the 2007 Event It was one of the first times an