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Spain Shaken: Earthquakes Rattle Granada, Alhambra Restricted
18 Aug
Summary
- Multiple earthquakes above magnitude 4 struck Granada province on Tuesday.
- Tourist access to the Alhambra complex was restricted due to tremors.
- At least three people sustained minor injuries, including one minor.
Southern Spain experienced a series of earthquakes on Tuesday, with three tremors registering above magnitude 4 in Granada province. These seismic events led to restricted tourist access at the renowned Alhambra complex, a significant monument of Islamic architecture. The region also saw damage to buildings, prompting the closure of administrative offices, museums, and sporting facilities.
Authorities confirmed at least three individuals suffered minor injuries, with one child requiring hospitalization. The quakes follow a magnitude 5 earthquake on Saturday that had previously caused damage and temporary closures in Granada. The largest tremor on Tuesday measured 4.7, with its epicenter near Gojar, a town south of Granada city, indicating a shallow focus that intensifies ground shaking and potential damage.
As a safety measure, Granada's metro system reduced train speeds, and several hotels were evacuated. While primary health centers remained open, the provincial authority continued to assess the impact on infrastructure and public safety in the wake of the repeated seismic activity.
