5.1 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Algeria, No Injuries Reported

A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck Algeria’s Medea province this morning, felt across Algiers and nearby areas. No injuries or damage were reported, and safety checks are underway by Civil Protection teams.

On the morning of today, a 5.1 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Algeria, specifically impacting the northwestern region of Mihoub within the Medea province. According to Algerie360, the tremor occurred at 10:50 a.m. as reported by the Research Center in Astronomy, Astrophysics, and Geophysics.

Residents in Algiers and nearby provinces experienced the vibrations, resulting in widespread panic. The affected areas included Blida, Medea, Bouira, Boumerdes, and Tizi-Ouzou, although there were no reported material or human damages following the tremor.

In response to the situation, teams have been dispatched to evaluate the infrastructure and ensure the safety of citizens. Algeria’s Civil Protection agency is actively conducting reconnaissance operations in provinces that experienced the quake, including Algiers, Tizi-Ouzou, Bouira, Medea, Boumerdes, and Blida, confirming that no injuries have been reported.

The recent 5.1 magnitude earthquake in Algeria caused alarm among residents but fortunately resulted in no injuries or damages. Emergency teams are conducting checks to ensure the safety of infrastructure and residents across the affected provinces. The government agencies are actively monitoring the situation to provide reassurance to the public.

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