A 5.1 magnitude earthquake hit Algeria’s Medea province, resulting in no reported damages or injuries. The tremor was felt in Algiers and surrounding areas, leading to public panic. Civil Protection teams have been deployed to ensure safety and inspect infrastructure.
On a recent occasion, Algeria experienced a 5.1 magnitude earthquake centered in the northwestern Mihoub region of the Medea province. The event occurred at 10:50 a.m. as reported by Algerie360 following information from the Research Center in Astronomy, Astrophysics, and Geophysics. The tremor was widely felt among residents in the capital and nearby areas, resulting in widespread panic but fortunately, no casualties or damages reported.
Algerians from Algiers and neighboring provinces, including Blida, Medea, Bouira, Boumerdes, and Tizi-Ouzou, reported sensations of the earthquake. Although the tremor instigated fear amongst the populace, subsequent assessments indicated no significant damage occurred. Rescue teams have been mobilized in response to the incident to ascertain the well-being of citizens.
Algeria’s Civil Protection has stated that their units are conducting reconnaissance missions in the afflicted areas. The Civil Protection confirmed, “reconnaissance operations in the provinces that felt the earthquake, such as Algiers, Tizi Ouzou, Bouira, Medea, Boumerdes, and Blida” have been initiated, reiterating that there have been no reported injuries.
The 5.1 magnitude earthquake that struck Algeria raised concern among residents but left no physical or human casualties. Emergency services have prioritized safety assessments in the affected regions. The quick and effective response from the Civil Protection ensures the safety of citizens as they assess infrastructural integrity throughout the impacted provinces, highlighting Algeria’s preparedness for such natural events.
Original Source: www.moroccoworldnews.com
