For earthquakes with a similar magnitude, earthquakes at deep depths tend to cause more damage than shallow earthquakes.

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Shallow earthquakes generally cause more damage than deep earthquakes because they are closer to the Earth's surface, where structures are located. Deep earthquakes are more likely to go unnoticed and do not cause as much damage because they are deeper in the Earth's crust.

For Earthquakes with a Similar Magnitude, Earthquakes at Deep Depths