An earthquake woke residents shortly after 3:00 am on Friday, sending tremors through the region and causing momentary alarm among the populace.
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- An earthquake woke residents shortly after 3:00 am on Friday, sending tremors through the region and causing momentary alarm among the populace.
The tremor, which registered a magnitude of 3 on the Richter scale, was documented by the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. The epicentre was situated 14 kilometres from Paphos and 49 kilometres from Limassol, with a depth of 17 kilometres.
Local residents reported feeling the shake as they were asleep, with some taking to social media to share their experiences. While the tremor was relatively mild, it served as a reminder of the seismic activity that can occur in this part of the Mediterranean.
Experts have commented on the potential for larger earthquakes in the region, attributing the current activity to the geophysical dynamics of the Cyprus rift. They suggest that while this tremor was not severe, the area remains seismically active.
As of now, there have been no reports of significant damage or injuries resulting from the earthquake. Authorities are monitoring the situation and encourage residents to stay informed about seismic activity.
