Tuesday, 02 January 2024 12:17 GMT

5.1 Earthquake Jolts Northern Azerbaijan


(MENAFN) Azerbaijan reported a 5.1 magnitude earthquake that struck the country's northern Gabala district on Friday, according to officials.

The Azerbaijani Ministry of Emergency Situations said in a statement that the quake hit at 3:13 pm local time (1113 GMT), at a depth of 42 kilometers (26 miles).

The ministry noted the earthquake was recorded 11 kilometers (6.8 miles) southwest of the Gabala seismic station, with tremors felt across the epicenter and surrounding settlements at an intensity ranging between 3 and 5.

"The Ministry of Emergency Situations has not yet received any information about any damage or injuries as a result of the earthquake," it added.

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