Andalusia experienced a 4.1 magnitude earthquake, centered in Cazalla de la Sierra, Sevilla, around 3:29 AM. Tremors were felt in nearly 200 towns across multiple provinces, with many residents reporting strong sensations and fear. Emergency services received numerous calls, highlighting the impactful nature of the quake in this popular tourist region.
A recent earthquake measuring 4.1 on the Richter scale struck the Andalusia region of Spain, with its epicenter located in Cazalla de la Sierra, Sevilla. The tremors, which occurred around 3:29 AM on Thursday at a depth of 10 km, were felt in nearly 200 towns across Sevilla, Huelva, Cordoba, and Badajoz. Local authorities including Adrian Torres, the mayor of Cazalla de la Sierra, confirmed that the quake was strongly felt in the town, prompting immediate alerts to mobile phones.
Residents expressed their surprise and fear following the incident, with E Mendoza from Constantina sharing, “It was exactly 3.29 in the morning when everything started to shake. We woke up with the tremors and the noise; it was like a washing machine. It lasted for almost a minute. It was a tremendous scare.” Local emergency services received numerous calls from affected individuals seeking to confirm the safety of family and friends.
The region of Andalusia, popular with holidaymakers for cities such as Seville, Malaga, Granada, and Cadiz, experiences infrequent but notable seismic activity due to its proximity to tectonically active areas like the Gibraltar Belt and other fault lines. Local reports indicated that the 112 Andalusian emergency service was inundated with calls from residents awakened by the tremors.
The earthquake in Andalusia serves as a reminder of the region’s geological vulnerabilities, despite the infrequency of significant seismic events. The rapid response to the incident, including mobile alerts, demonstrates the effectiveness of emergency communication in ensuring resident safety. Continued awareness and preparedness for seismic activity remains crucial for residents and local authorities alike.
Original Source: www.mirror.co.uk
