Northern Armenia has been struck by several earthquakes, including a 5.1 magnitude earthquake impacting areas near Spitak. The seismic activity has also been felt in Georgia, with aftershocks recorded and no damage reported at this stage.
A series of earthquakes have recently impacted northern Armenia, with aftershocks reported by the Seismic Protection Service of Armenia, as cited by APA in reports from Sputnik Armenia. The initial tremors were epicentered 9 kilometers north of Spitak at a depth of 10 kilometers, with a magnitude of 3.2. Following this, stronger aftershocks measuring 4.0 were recorded in the vicinity.
In addition to the earlier events, a more significant earthquake measuring 5.1 in magnitude occurred at 09:26 Tbilisi time, as reported by the Georgian National Seismic Monitoring Center. The epicenter was located 45 kilometers from the Georgian border, causing strong tremors felt across Georgia as well.
Earlier, a 4.6 magnitude earthquake struck near Spitak at 09:26 on March 8, measured 6 kilometers northeast of the city according to the Rescue Service of Armenia. It is noteworthy that Spitak has historical significance due to a devastating 7.0 magnitude earthquake that struck the city on December 7, 1988.
In summary, northern Armenia has experienced a series of earthquakes, with magnitudes ranging from 3.2 to 5.1. The tremors were felt across various districts in Armenia and even in Georgia. Fortunately, there have been no reported damages or casualties at this time, but the region remains vigilant due to its history of seismic activity.
Original Source: en.apa.az
