A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck Algeria’s Medea province today at 10:50 a.m., causing panic but no reported injuries or damage. Affected areas included Algiers and surrounding provinces. Response teams are conducting safety inspections.
Algeria experienced a 5.1 magnitude earthquake today, centered in the northwestern region of Mihoub in Medea province at 10:50 a.m. According to reports from Algerie360, the event was confirmed by the Research Center in Astronomy, Astrophysics, and Geophysics. The tremor was felt widely, notably in the capital and neighboring areas, resulting in a sense of panic among residents.
The affected regions included Algiers, Blida, Medea, Bouira, Boumerdes, and Tizi-Ouzou, all of which reported vibrations without any reports of damage to property or injuries. Algerie360’s coverage confirmed that while residents felt the earthquake, there was no significant harm caused.
In response, teams have been mobilized to assess infrastructure safety and ensure the wellbeing of citizens. Algeria’s Civil Protection has initiated reconnaissance operations across the impacted provinces, emphasizing that there were no reported injuries connected to the quake.
In summary, a 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck Algeria today, with its epicenter in Medea province. The tremor was felt in multiple regions, including the capital, but resulted in no injuries or damage. Response teams are actively inspecting affected areas to ensure public safety, demonstrating a coordinated approach to disaster management.
Original Source: www.moroccoworldnews.com
