Earthquakes Shake Wheatbelt Region: What You Need to Know
Overview of Recent Earthquakes in WA
Multiple mild earthquakes have shaken regions of the Wheatbelt overnight. The 3.7 magnitude earthquake hit near Wyalkatchem - a remote town about 192km east of Perth - at approximately 5:40 PM on Thursday, striking at a depth of 6km.
Details of the Tremors
- Another quake with a magnitude of 3.0 occurred near Merredin.
- Tremors continued into the early hours of Friday, with a 2.2 magnitude earthquake recorded at 2:25 AM.
- A subsequent 2.9 magnitude quake was reported at 3:50 AM.
GeoScience Australia noted that seven individuals felt the tremors from these rare events. Towns close to the epicenters of the quakes, such as South Yelbeni, North Baandee, Kununoppin, and Korrelocking, also experienced minor disturbances.
Understanding the Impact
Understandably, residents were concerned as earthquakes at a magnitude of three or four on the Richter scale typically cause mild shaking. However, they rarely result in substantial damage. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and updating the magnitude and location parameters as seismologists review the data. As of now, there have been no reported damages.
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