Gandia Experiences 2.4 Magnitude Earthquake, Residents Feel Tremor

Friday, 30 August 2024, 13:40

Gandia was shaken by a 2.4 magnitude earthquake today. Residents in the area felt the tremor, although it caused no damage. The earthquake occurred in the Gulf of Valencia.

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Gandia Seism Detected in Gulf of Valencia

Emergencies from the Generalitat reported a 2.4 magnitude earthquake at 11:40 AM today, occurring off Gandia's coast in the Gulf of Valencia. Although felt by some residents, no damage or injuries were reported. The earthquake's depth was marked at 0 km, suggesting a close proximity to the surface.

Frequency of Seismic Activity in Comunitat Valenciana

On average, the Comunitat Valenciana detects about 50 earthquakes per year, most of which go unnoticed by the population. This recent seism, classified under the European Macroseismic Scale (EMS-98) and reaching intensity II, was perceived only by a marginal number of individuals who were at rest and particularly receptive.

Gandia is located in a seismically active zone.
The region is influenced by the interaction of the African and Eurasian tectonic plates.
Many residents may not feel minor earthquakes due to their intensity and location.

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