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NRIAG: Egypt Lies 600 km Away from Seismic Belts
Rana Atef Dr. Sherif El-Hady, Head of the Earthquake Department at the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics, confirmed that Egypt's borders are about 600 kilometres away from the seismic belts, explaining that an earthquake is a sudden shake. The series of earthquakes that occurred in Egypt over the past few days are a result of unexpected seismic activity. El-Hady added, during a phone interview on the program "Al-Hayat Al-Youm" with journalist Mohamed Mostafa Sherdy, broadcast on Al-Hayat Channel, that the sudden seismic activity is due to the nature of the land, and it may subside for long periods. He emphasized that the recent earthquakes are not an indication of a large-scale earthquake or a disaster. He continued, 'The duration of the most recent earthquake was 12 seconds, and it could vary if you are farther from the coast. The farther you are, the shorter the duration. We conduct studies for every earthquake that occurs, and these studies might continue for years to fully understand this phenomenon.' read more Gold prices rise, 21 Karat at EGP 3685 NATO's Role in Israeli-Palestinian Conflict US Expresses 'Strong Opposition' to New Turkish Military Operation in Syria Shoukry Meets Director-General of FAO Lavrov: confrontation bet. nuclear powers must be avoided News Iran Summons French Ambassador over Foreign Minister Remarks News Aboul Gheit Condemns Israeli Escalation in West Bank News Greek PM: Athens Plays Key Role in Improving Energy Security in Region News One Person Injured in Explosion at Ukrainian Embassy in Madrid News China Launches Largest Ever Aircraft Carrier News Australia Fines Telegram $600,000 Over Terrorism, Child Abuse Content Sports Former Al Zamalek Player Ibrahim Shika Passes away after Long Battle with Cancer Sports Neymar Announced for Brazil's Preliminary List for 2026 FIFA World Cup Qualifiers News Prime Minister Moustafa Madbouly Inaugurates Two Indian Companies Arts & Culture New Archaeological Discovery from 26th Dynasty Uncovered in Karnak Temple Business Fear & Greed Index Plummets to Lowest Level Ever Recorded amid Global Trade War Arts & Culture Zahi Hawass: Claims of Columns Beneath the Pyramid of Khafre Are Lies News Flights suspended at Port Sudan Airport after Drone Attacks News Shell Unveils Cost-Cutting, LNG Growth Plan
Al-Ahram Weekly
22-05-2025
- Science
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Magnitude 6.2 earthquake hits Egypt Thursday early morning - Society
A 6.2-magnitude earthquake on the Richter scale was recorded 499 km north of Marsa Matrouh in the Mediterranean Sea at 6:19am Cairo Time (GMT +3) on Thursday, according to Egypt's National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics (NRIAG). Sherif El-Hady, the head of the Seismology Department at NRIAG, revealed details of the earthquake that occurred on Thursday morning on the island of Crete. He confirmed that the tremor was felt in Egypt, but to a limited extent compared to the previous earthquake, as its epicentre was about 499 kilometres north of Marsa Matrouh. In remarks to Cairo24 news website, he noted that the National Seismic Network stations also recorded seven aftershocks of the main tremor, all measuring less than 3.5 on the Richter scale. He indicated that all aftershocks of the main earthquake were minor and went unnoticed by residents, reassuring the public that the situation is stable and there is no cause for concern. El-Hady added that the earthquake caused no loss of lives or properties. However, he affirmed that the institute had received reports from some citizens saying they felt the tremor. Last week, a similar earthquake with a magnitude of 6.4 on the Richter scale hit Egypt in the early morning hours and was felt in Cairo, causing panic. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
CairoScene
14-05-2025
- Climate
- CairoScene
6.4-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Off Egypt's Northern Coast
Tremors were felt in Cairo and Alexandria, with no casualties or damage reported, according to NRIAG. May 14, 2025 In the early hours of Wednesday, May 14th, a 6.4-magnitude earthquake occurred in the eastern Mediterranean Sea, approximately 421 kilometres south of Marsa Matrouh, Egypt. The National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics (NRIAG) reported that the quake struck at 1:51 AM Cairo time, at a depth of 76 kilometres. Residents in several Egyptian cities, including Cairo and Alexandria, reported feeling the tremors. Despite the widespread sensation, there have been no reports of casualties or significant property damage. The earthquake was also felt in neighboring countries, including Greece and Cyprus, where residents experienced noticeable shaking. Dr. Sherif El-Hady, head of the Seismology Department at NRIAG, noted that Cairo's soft clay soil contributed to the noticeable shaking felt by residents, as such soil types tend to amplify seismic waves. Seismic activity in the eastern Mediterranean is not uncommon due to the region's complex tectonic boundaries. Egyptian authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.
