6.0-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Metahāra, Ethiopia

A 6.0-magnitude earthquake struck 6 km NNE of Metahāra, Ethiopia, on Friday at 20:28:23 GMT. The U.S. Geological Survey reported the epicenter’s depth at 10 km, with coordinates 8.96°N and 39.93°E.

On Friday, a significant earthquake measuring 6.0 on the Richter scale struck near Metahāra, Ethiopia, at approximately 20:28:23 GMT, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The seismic event occurred at a depth of 10.0 kilometers and was located about 6 kilometers north-northeast of the town. The coordinates for the epicenter were reported as 8.96 degrees north latitude and 39.93 degrees east longitude, highlighting the earthquake’s precise geographical impact.

The earthquake that occurred near Metahāra, Ethiopia, measured 6.0 on the Richter scale and was recorded at a depth of 10 kilometers. This natural disaster reflects the tectonic activity prevalent in the region and serves as a reminder of the geological dynamics affecting Ethiopia.

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