A moderate earthquake struck the Gulf of Aden early Thursday morning, with tremors reportedly felt in parts of northern Somalia, according to seismic monitoring agencies.
The earthquake, measured at a magnitude of 5.1, occurred at approximately 6:53 a.m. local time, according to data published by Volcano Discovery, a platform that tracks seismic activity around the world.
Preliminary reports indicate that the earthquake’s epicenter was located offshore in the Gulf of Aden, approximately 152 kilometers from the Somali coastline and about 179 kilometers north of El Dibir in Somalia’s Bari region.
Despite its relatively strong magnitude, experts described the earthquake as occurring at a considerable depth, reducing the likelihood of significant surface impacts. As of Thursday morning, no injuries, damage to property, or disruptions had been reported by local authorities or residents.
The tremor comes at a time when several parts of Somalia are experiencing changing weather conditions, including heavy rainfall, strong winds, and localized flooding in some areas of the country.
Authorities and monitoring agencies continue to assess the situation, though there have been no indications of a tsunami threat or other immediate risks associated with the earthquake.
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