Extremadura Earthquake Updates: 5.5 Magnitude Tremors Felt in Spain and Morocco
Monday, 26 August 2024, 11:30
Latest Earthquake in Extremadura
The Instituto Geográfico Nacional (IGN) reported a significant earthquake today at 6:11 AM (Spanish mainland time) with a magnitude of 5.5 on the Richter scale. This earthquake occurred near Lisbon, Portugal, at a depth of 19 kilometers.
Impact and Response
- Felt across several regions in Spain, particularly in Huelva and Sevilla.
- Emergency services received a surge of calls related to the tremors.
- Residents in Morocco also reported feeling the earthquake.
Fortunately, no personal or material damages have been reported at this time. Stay tuned for further updates on this extremadura seismic event.
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