An earthquake of magnitude 5.3 was recorded on São Miguel in the Azores, with no reports of damage or injuries. The epicenter was situated 25 km from Faial da Terra, and monitoring continues by local authorities.
On March 11, 2025, an earthquake measuring 5.3 on the Richter scale occurred on the island of São Miguel, part of the eastern group of the Azores. This information was confirmed by the Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA). The earthquake was recorded at the Azores Seismic Network stations at 7:14 AM local time, with the epicenter located approximately 25 kilometers south-southeast of Faial da Terra.
A representative from the Azores Regional Civil Protection and Fire Service (SRPCBA) informed the Lusa news agency that there had been no reports of damage or requests for assistance from the local population by 8 AM local time. The SRPCBA continues to monitor the situation as a precautionary measure.
As of 8:10 AM local time, the Azores Seismovolcanic Surveillance and Information Center (CIVISA), which traditionally takes different measurements than the IPMA, had not provided a statement regarding the earthquake. Furthermore, the CIVISA website was reported to be offline at that time.
The recent earthquake in the Azores, registering at 5.3 on the Richter scale, has not resulted in any immediate damage or emergencies as reported by local authorities. The situation is under observation by civil protection services despite the CIVISA’s lack of updates. Continued monitoring is essential for community safety following seismic events.
Original Source: www.theportugalnews.com
