Northern Armenia has experienced a sequence of earthquakes, with magnitudes ranging from 3.2 to 5.1, affecting both Armenia and parts of Georgia. The aftershocks primarily centered near Spitak, with no reported damage or casualties.
A series of earthquakes, including aftershocks, have occurred in northern Armenia, with the Seismic Protection Service confirming the details. The initial quake’s magnitude was recorded at 3.2, with the epicenter located 9 kilometers north of Spitak and a depth of 10 kilometers. Subsequent aftershocks registered 4.0 in magnitude, impacting the surrounding areas without reports of damage or casualties.
The most significant quake occurred at 09:26 Tbilisi time, registering a magnitude of 5.1, as reported by the Georgian National Seismic Monitoring Center. The epicenter was located approximately 45 kilometers from Georgia’s border. Residents in Georgia reported feeling the strong tremors induced by this earthquake.
Earlier in the day, a 4.6 magnitude earthquake was also documented near Spitak. The earthquake was recorded by the Rescue Service of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Armenia, pinpointing it 6 kilometers northeast of Spitak. Historical context is given with a reminder of the devastating 7-magnitude earthquake that struck Spitak in December 1988.
In summary, multiple earthquakes have been felt in Armenia, with magnitudes reaching up to 5.1 and significant aftershocks. Despite the earthquakes being felt strongly in both Armenia and neighboring Georgia, there have been no reports of casualties or damage. The recent seismic activity highlights the region’s vulnerability to earthquakes, recalling the tragic history of seismic events in Spitak.
Original Source: en.apa.az
