An earthquake jolted a popular vacation destination in the middle of the night, startling tourists and residents alike. The 4.3 magnitude quake hit the town of Tabernas, Spain, and was felt across the entire province of Almeria just before 1 am. Witnesses described hearing a loud noise resembling a lorry crash.
Many British tourists reported feeling their beds shaking and furniture rattling, likening the experience to a vehicle scraping against their homes. The mayor of Tabernas, José Díaz, confirmed the strong impact of the tremor, stating that the entire house shook, prompting residents to inspect for any potential damage.
The National Geographic Institute initially recorded the quake at 4.5 magnitude before revising it to 4.3. Fortunately, there have been no reports of damages so far. Following the main quake, several smaller tremors ranging from 1.5 to 1.9 magnitudes occurred with varying epicenter depths.
Over 100 municipalities, spanning provinces such as Almeria, Murcia, Granada, and Jaén, experienced tremors from the earthquake. This recent event follows a quake in Partaloa just three days prior and a significant earthquake in Almeria last year, which, despite its strength, did not result in serious consequences.
Additionally, the National Geographic Institute has issued warnings about a series of earthquakes affecting the Malaga region, noting numerous minor quakes and advising continuous monitoring of the situation.
