Lisbon Portugal Earthquake: A Magnitude 5.5 Seismic Event Shakes Neighboring Regions
Lisbon Portugal Earthquake Occurs
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5 struck early this Monday morning (26 August) off the coast of Portugal. The seismic activity was recorded at 6:11 AM Spanish mainland time, with the epicenter located south of Lisbon. At a depth of 19 kilometers, the tremors were felt widely across the region.
Tremors Felt Across Spain and Morocco
According to the Spanish National Geographic Institute (IGN), the effects of the earthquake were most strongly felt in the Huelva province of Spain, particularly in towns close to the border with Portugal such as Jabugo and Cortegana. Many areas registered a Grade III intensity, indicating noticeable shaking.
- Spain: Significant tremors felt in Huelva, Seville, and even as far as Galicia.
- Cadiz: Reports of Grade II tremors in cities like Jerez de la Frontera and Sanlúcar de Barrameda.
- Extremadura: Notable intensity with towns like Villafranca de los Barros experiencing Grade III effects.
- Madrid: Mild tremors reported in some areas.
Emergency services in Andalucía received over 15 calls regarding the seismic activity with no reports of personal or material damage. The earthquake impacted various regions including Ourense and Pontevedra in Galicia, also registering a Grade III intensity.
Impact Overview
- Epicenter was off the coast of Portugal.
- Tremors felt in multiple Spanish provinces.
- No significant damage reported.
- Emergency services were active following the event.
This event has increased discussions on seismic activity in the Iberian Peninsula, highlighting its geological significance.
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