A 5.3 magnitude earthquake struck São Miguel Island in the Azores on March 11, 2025, with no immediate reports of damage or requests for help. The earthquake’s epicenter was located 25 km from Faial da Terra, and local authorities are monitoring the situation.
On March 11, 2025, an earthquake registering 5.3 on the Richter scale was reported on São Miguel Island, part of the eastern Azores archipelago. The Portuguese Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) disclosed that the earthquake occurred at 7:14 AM local time, with its epicenter located approximately 25 kilometers south-southeast of Faial da Terra.
A spokesperson from the Azores Regional Civil Protection and Fire Service (SRPCBA) informed Lusa news agency that, as of 8 AM local time, there were no damage reports or emergency assistance requests from residents. The SRPCBA remains vigilant in monitoring the situation for any developments.
The Azores Seismovolcanic Surveillance and Information Center (CIVISA), known for using different measurement standards than IPMA, had not released any updates regarding the earthquake by 8:10 AM local time, and its website was temporarily inaccessible.
The recent 5.3 magnitude earthquake in São Miguel, Azores, has prompted monitoring by local authorities, although no damage or emergencies have been reported. As the situation develops, agencies like the SRPCBA remain prepared to assist as necessary.
Original Source: www.theportugalnews.com
