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Published on 2024-03-01 10:07:46
Tonight, at 8:31 pm, a seismic tremor with a magnitude of 2.9 on the Richter scale was recorded near Relizane. The Center for Research in Astronomy and Space Physics (CRAAG) located the epicenter of this tremor 6 kilometers northeast of the city. This tremor occurred after a previous one, recorded at 8:10 pm, measuring 3.0 on the Richter scale, with a focus located 6 kilometers southeast of Relizane.
Meanwhile, a moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 4.1 shook the Barbacha region in Bejaia, Algeria, in the morning of Friday, March 1, 2024, at 4:40 am local time. This earthquake, with its epicenter only 5 kilometers from Barbacha, was significantly felt in the area close to its origin.
No reports of human or material damage have been reported by civil protection authorities.
These seismic events highlight the need to closely monitor seismic activity in the region and emphasize the importance of preparing and raising awareness among populations about safety measures in case of earthquakes.
Recent seismic activity in Algeria
According to data provided by the specialized site Volcanodiscovery, in the past 24 hours, Algeria has recorded 2 earthquakes, the strongest reaching a magnitude of 4.1.
In the last 30 days, the country has experienced 12 earthquakes, with the most intense being a magnitude of 4.6.
Among these earthquakes, 2 were of magnitude 4 or higher, 1 was between 3 and 4, and 9 were between 2 and 3 in magnitude.
Therefore, this information highlights the recent seismic activity in Algeria and underscores the importance of continuous monitoring of these natural phenomena for the safety of populations.
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