Deformation of the 1966 MW 7.1 Xingtai earthquake swarm in North China based on high-precision three-dimensional geodetic data

Key Points

• Deformation patterns from high-precision geodetic data indicate significant geological activity in the region.
• Measurements show pronounced shifts during the 1966 MW 7.1 Xingtai earthquake swarm, suggesting intense seismic activity.
• Analysis performed using three-dimensional geodetic data to assess historical earthquake impacts effectively.
• Findings underscore the need for enhanced monitoring to understand earthquake mechanics better.