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Magnitude 4.4 earthquake recorded off the west coast of São Miguel Island
A magnitude 4.4 earthquake occurred at 16:14 local time on Thursday, 22 October, with its epicenter 39 kilometers west of Ginetes in the municipality of Ponta Delgada. The tremor was also felt with intensity III in the municipalities of Ribeira Grande, Vila Franca do Campo, and Praia da Vitória. No damage has been reported, but the seismic activity follows a magnitude 5.2 event on Tuesday, 20 October, which has resulted in nearly 100 aftershocks.
Why it matters
If you are in the Azores, specifically on São Miguel or Terceira, remain aware that seismic activity is currently elevated and further aftershocks are possible following the significant events of this week.SIC NotíciasRead original ↗
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