A magnitude 5.8 earthquake struck Ethiopia on Saturday, shaking the region with tremors felt across multiple areas, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). The quake hit at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers – the kind of jolt that makes you rethink your weekend plans. 🌏⚠️
While details about damage or injuries are still emerging, shallow earthquakes like this one often pack a stronger punch near the epicenter. Ethiopia sits along the seismically active East African Rift, where tectonic plates are literally pulling the continent apart – nature’s version of a slow-motion breakup. 💔
Local authorities are urging residents to stay alert for potential aftershocks. Meanwhile, social media lit up with reactions ranging from “Did the ground just Taylor Swift-shake it off?” to genuine concerns about rural communities near the epicenter.
For global readers with ties to East Africa: Check in with loved ones and keep an eye on verified updates. We’ll drop more info faster than a viral TikTok trend as it comes in! 📲✨
