Terremoto Portugal: Magnitude 5.5 Seismo Activates Neighbors in Huelva
Monday, 26 August 2024, 08:00
Terremoto Portugal: What Happened?
A magnitude 5.5 terremoto struck at 6:11 AM, waking residents in Huelva from their sleep. Residents described feelings of tremors as they were jolted awake due to the unexpected seismo. The earthquake originated in the Pacífico, close to Lisbon, with a depth of 28 kilometers.
Impact on Huelva and Surrounding Areas
Local reports indicate that the terremoto was perceptible across various parts of Spain and as far as Morocco. In coastal areas like Nuevo Portil, residents recounted their experiences, emphasizing how the quake felt surreal and alarming.
- Magnitude: 5.5
- Depth: 28 kilometers
- Location: Near Lisbon, Portugal
- Effects: Felt in Huelva, Spain, and Morocco
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