Mandy Wan |
An unexpected earthquake measuring 6.1 on the Richter scale has struck the Mediterranean, causing problems for Morocco and Spain in particular.
At approximately 5:22 AM (Local Time) on the 25th of January, the quake struck at a depth of 20 miles. It was situated roughly 100 miles south-east of Malaga, Spain and 39 miles north of the Moroccan city of Al Hoceima.
It was promptly followed by a total of six aftershocks, including a 5.3-magnitude tremor.
Isidro Gonzalez, the official of Melilla told a local radio station: “For the moment there has been only material damage and we haven’t detected any that is very serious. Some high buildings have cracks.”
Reports state that emergency services received over 250 calls from frightened citizens dwelling in the Andalucia region, in southern Spain.
The tremors were evidently felt throughout the area, including the cities of Granada, Malaga, Seville and Cordoba. About 15 people required treatment for minor injuries. However, there have been no details of any deaths.
It has been declared by officials that schools will be closed for Monday, so that the buildings can be inspected for any structural destruction.
