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Review documented seismic events, event magnitudes, and epicentre distances in Zambia.

Historical Earthquake Catalogue for Nsumbu National Park and Surrounding Regions

This historical catalogue provides a structured overview of recorded earthquake activity situated within proximity to Nsumbu National Park. Each entry details individual seismic events sourced from geological data, focusing on event dates, depth, and calculated distance from the protected landscape. Use this collection to examine regional seismic patterns observed near the Lake Tanganyika shoreline and surrounding woodland terrain over time.

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Lake TanganyikaMiombo woodlandsGame fishingLakeside wildlifeNorthern Province Zambia

Zambia's hidden lakeside wilderness on the shores of Lake Tanganyika

Nsumbu National Park

Nsumbu National Park is a protected wilderness area spanning approximately 2,026 square kilometers along the western shore of Lake Tanganyika near its southern extremity in Zambia's Northern Province. The park encompasses about 80 kilometers of diverse lake shoreline featuring rocky cliffs, pristine sandy beaches, and four distinct bays: Kasaba, Kala, Nkamba, and Sumbu, along with the Nundo Head Peninsula. Established in 1985 and managed by Zambia's Department of National Parks and Wildlife, Nsumbu offers a distinctive combination of terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems, with the Itigi-Sumbu thicket and Central Zambezian Miombo woodlands providing critical habitat for diverse wildlife. The park's dramatic setting includes views across the lake to the mountainous eastern shore, creating a striking backdrop for visitors seeking an off-the-beaten-path African safari experience.

Location
Zambia
Park type
National park
Established
1985
Area
2,026 km²
Nsumbu National Park Protected Landscape

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Investigate historical earthquakes around Nsumbu National Park

Nsumbu National Park’s earthquake catalogue positions reported epicentres around its northern Zambian boundary through calculated distance, not through Lake Tanganyika, escarpments, miombo woodland, or lakeside habitat. Dates, magnitudes, depths, localities, sources, and park distances support historical comparison without attributing ecological effects, current danger, or prediction.

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This page describes catalogued earthquakes associated with the park by epicentre location and distance. It does not establish causation, assess current danger, or predict future earthquakes.

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Explore additional protected parks after Nsumbu National Park

Nsumbu National Park combines 2,026 km² of Zambian lowland forest, woodland, valleys, beach, cliffs, and lake coast under mixed protection. Its related-park route broadens the earthquake catalogue geographically, but each destination must be evaluated from its own event sources and proximity values rather than presumed to share Nsumbu’s setting, effects, or level of risk.
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29 km away#1 closest

West

Mweru Wantipa National Park: National Park in Northern Province, Zambia

Discover mapped boundaries and regional geography

Delve into Mweru Wantipa National Park, a protected national park located in Zambia's Northern Province. This entry provides detailed geographic context, focusing on the park's mapped boundaries and its role as a protected landscape. Understand its position within regional geography and explore its contribution to the broader atlas of natural areas.

IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Tropical
Access
Highly restricted
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About 125 km away#2 closest

Southwest

Lusenga Plain National Park: Zambia National Park Geographic Atlas

Mapped park boundaries and regional landscape context.

Gain a structured understanding of Lusenga Plain National Park, a dedicated national park situated in Zambia's Luapula Province. This resource details the park's geographic dimensions and its placement within the regional landscape, providing essential context for atlas exploration and a mapped view of protected lands.

Area
800 km²
Established
1972
IUCN
II
Relief
Lowland
National parkKatavi Region
About 195 km away#3 closest

Northeast

Katavi National Park: A Vast Protected Landscape in Tanzania's Katavi Region

Explore its unique floodplains, seasonal wetlands, and wildlife spectacles.

Katavi National Park is a significant national park located in the Katavi Region of Tanzania, spanning over 4,471 square kilometers. This remote protected area is characterized by extensive floodplains, the vital Katuma River system, and seasonal lakes like Lake Katavi and Lake Chada, which undergo dramatic changes throughout the year. The park's geography supports a dynamic ecosystem renowned for its large wildlife populations, including spectacular hippo gatherings during dry periods and vast herds of buffaloes and elephants roaming its uncrowded savannas. Katavi offers an unparalleled glimpse into a wild, untamed African landscape.

Area
4,471 km²
Established
1974
IUCN
II
Visitors
1.5K annual
National parkUvinza District
232 km away#4 closest

North

Mahale Mountains National Park: Tanzania's Remote Mountain Forest & Lake Tanganyika Landscape

Explore unique primate habitats and dramatic protected terrain.

Mahale Mountains National Park stands as a testament to unique ecological convergence, where the Mahale Mountains' dense forests dramatically meet the vast expanse of Lake Tanganyika. This protected area is globally recognized for harboring the largest wild population of eastern chimpanzees, offering a rare glimpse into their behavior within a pristine wilderness. The park's landscape is defined by steep mountain slopes, diverse woodland, and aquatic environments, creating a distinctive geographic context that sets it apart from typical savanna protected areas in Tanzania.

Area
1,650 km²
Established
1985
IUCN
II
Visitors
1.1K annual
National parkNorthern Province
About 239 km away#5 closest

South

Isangano National Park: Exploring Its Protected Landscape and Geographic Identity in Northern Province

Discover the mapped boundaries and regional context of this national park.

Isangano National Park stands as a protected national park within the vast geographic expanse of Zambia's Northern Province. This dedicated entry provides critical context for understanding the park's role as a conservation landscape, detailing its physical geography and its position within regional atlas data. Explore the mapped outlines and natural terrain features that define Isangano National Park, offering a foundational view for broader geographic exploration and protected-area research.

Area
840 km²
Established
1972
Relief
Lowland
Climate
Tropical
National parkHaut-Katanga Province
296 km away#6 closest

Southwest

Kundelungu National Park National Park: Central Africa's Protected Savanna Landscape

Explore the mapped terrain and dramatic geography of this Haut-Katanga Province protected area.

Kundelungu National Park stands as a significant protected area within the Haut-Katanga Province, offering a deep dive into Central Africa's expansive savanna ecosystems and unique natural landmarks. This national park is defined by its rolling grasslands, dotted with characteristic forest galleries that trace the region's water systems, alongside the awe-inspiring Lofoi Falls. Understanding Kundelungu National Park through its mapped boundaries and geographic context reveals its importance as a protected landscape and a key component of regional conservation efforts within the DRC.

Area
7,600 km²
Established
1970
IUCN
II
Relief
Upland
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311 km away#7 closest

West

Upemba National Park: Protected Landscape and Geographic Atlas within the Democratic Republic of the Congo

Explore its mapped boundaries and diverse ecosystems.

Upemba National Park, located in the Democratic Republic of the Congo, is a premier destination for understanding protected landscapes and regional geography. This national park is characterized by its extensive wetlands, lake ecosystems, and mountainous terrain, providing a rich environment for atlas-driven discovery. Its unique geographic context and diverse habitats make it a pivotal site for exploring central African protected areas and their ecological significance.

Area
11,730 km²
Established
1939
IUCN
II
Relief
Mixed relief
National parkTanzania
316 km away#8 closest

East

Ruaha National Park: Tanzania National Park, Protected Landscape and Geographic Atlas

Mapped boundaries and regional landscape context for Ruaha National Park.

Explore the protected landscape of Ruaha National Park in Tanzania. This page provides detailed mapping of its boundaries and offers insights into its geographic setting. Understand its significance as a national park within the atlas of protected areas, focusing on its natural terrain and regional context without travel logistics.

Area
20,226 km²
Established
1964
IUCN
II
Visitors
21.3K annual
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Continue Exploring Nsumbu National Park's Unique Geographic Setting and Protected Landscape

Delve deeper into the atlas representation of Nsumbu National Park to understand its specific terrain features, the distribution of its protected landscapes, and its place within the broader geographic context of Zambia. This detailed view facilitates structured discovery of the park's unique environmental characteristics and its significance as a protected area.