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Russia's Krasnodar Region Shaken by 4.8 Magnitude Quake
10 Feb
Summary
- An earthquake with a magnitude of 4.8 struck Russia's Krasnodar region.
- The tremor occurred on Tuesday, according to officials.
- Port city of Novorossiysk reported no infrastructure damage.
An earthquake measuring 4.8 on the Richter scale jolted Russia's southern Krasnodar region on Tuesday. The European Mediterranean Seismological Centre officially recorded the seismic event's magnitude.
Officials confirmed the occurrence of the tremor, noting its location within the Krasnodar region. The port city of Novorossiysk, a significant urban center in the area, was directly impacted by the seismic activity.
Mayor Andrei Kravchenko of Novorossiysk reported that the earthquake did not result in any damage to the city's critical infrastructure. This assessment provided immediate relief regarding the event's potential consequences for the populace and local services.
