Earthquake 50 km N of Āwash, Ethiopia (5.1 mb) (2025-03-16 18:53:09 UTC)

1742151189

9.4351, 40.2280

10.00 KM

A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck on 50 km N of Āwash, Ethiopia, at 2025-03-16 18:53:09 UTC. Reviewed by USGS seismologists, this minor quake occurred at a magnitude type of mb and was felt in surrounding areas. Stay updated on earthquake activity in 50 km N of Āwash, Ethiopia

Recommendation
Very Strong Earthquake

Action

Severe shaking, potential for significant damage.

Suggestion

Indoors: Drop, Cover, and Hold On. Avoid elevators, as power outages may occur. Outdoors: Stay in the open. Be alert for aftershocks.

Earthquake 50 km N of Āwash, Ethiopia (5.1 mb) (2025-03-16 18:53:09 UTC)

Magnitudo (mb)

5.1

Confirmed
USGS

Summary

Intensity: 0
Tsunami: 0
ID: usgs_us6000pz7g

Nearest Places

Alaideghi Plain / 0.35 km
Fagē / 2.41 km
Al’geita / 4.55 km
Gasciane / 4.59 km
Gachīnī Shet’ / 4.9 km

Comment

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