Earthquake SOUTH AFRICA (3.7 m) (2025-09-02 15:27:21 UTC)
A 3.7 magnitude earthquake struck on SOUTH AFRICA, at 2025-09-02 15:27:21 UTC. Reviewed by EMSC seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of m and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in SOUTH AFRICA
Recommendation
Moderate Earthquake
Moderate Earthquake
Action
Noticeable shaking, items may rattle, but typically little to no damage.
Suggestion
Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On under a sturdy piece of furniture. Move away from windows or heavy objects that might fall. Outdoors: Move to an open area away from buildings, trees, and power lines.
Magnitudo (m)
3.7
Automatic
EMSC
Summary
- Intensity: 0
- Tsunami: 0
- ID: emsc_20250902_0000255
Nearest Places
- Witsand se Berg / 1.13 km
- Guguberg / 2.93 km
- Rooiberg / 3.51 km
- Witsand / 3.59 km
- Kraaifontein / 4.22 km
Comment
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