Earthquake Alert: 3.5 Magnitude Strikes Tunceli, AFAD Confirms
A 3.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Ovacık, Tunceli
Residents of Ovacık in Tunceli experienced a moment of panic as a 3.5 magnitude earthquake hit the region. The earthquake, which occurred at a depth of 5 kilometers, was confirmed by AFAD (Disaster and Emergency Management Authority).
AFAD took to social media to announce the earthquake, providing details such as the location, magnitude, and coordinates. The earthquake, which occurred on August 1, 2024, at 03:14:11 local time, had a latitude of 39.40861 N and a longitude of 39.08583 E.
While the earthquake did not cause any significant damage, it served as a reminder of the seismic activity in the region. Authorities continue to monitor the situation to ensure the safety of residents in Ovacık and surrounding areas.
This earthquake comes amidst a series of seismic events in the region, including a 3.9 magnitude earthquake in Malatya and a 3.8 magnitude earthquake in Antakya. Stay tuned for more updates on seismic activity in Turkey.
