4.19-Magnitude Earthquake Near Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt

A 4.19-magnitude earthquake struck 131 kilometers north of Sharm El-Sheikh, Egypt, on Thursday. Residents felt the tremor, but there were no reports of damage or injuries. Egypt experiences low to moderate seismic activity, particularly in the Gulf of Suez and South Sinai.

On Thursday, a 4.19-magnitude earthquake occurred 131 kilometers north of Sharm El-Sheikh, reported by the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics (NRIAG). Citizens in the region experienced the tremor; however, there were no reported injuries or structural damage.

This recent event follows a series of mild earthquakes in Egypt last year, which similarly did not result in major damage. Although Egypt is not situated on a primary seismic fault line, it does experience low to moderate seismic activity in certain regions.

Areas particularly affected include the Gulf of Suez and South Sinai, primarily due to their position near tectonic plate boundaries. These factors contribute to the potential for seismic disturbances in these regions.

The recent 4.19-magnitude earthquake near Sharm El-Sheikh highlights Egypt’s vulnerability to seismic activity, despite being away from major seismic belts. While no damage or injuries were reported, the occurrence adds to a pattern of mild earthquakes experienced in the region. Continuous monitoring is crucial due to the tectonic influences at play in areas like the Gulf of Suez and South Sinai.

Original Source: news.az