Namibia: Magnitude-4.6 earthquake occurs in Karas Region at around 05:55 June 27

Event

A magnitude-4.6 earthquake occurred in Karas Region, southern Namibia, at around 05:55 June 27. The epicenter was about 96 km (60 miles) east-northeast of Karasburg. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 10 km (6 miles), and weak shaking was probably felt throughout southern Namibia and parts of the Northern Cape in northwestern South Africa. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are possible over the coming days.

Officials may temporarily shut down transportation infrastructure in the tremor zone to check for damage. Minor disruptions could occur during shutdowns, but service will likely resume quickly if no damage is found. Utility outages are possible, particularly near the earthquake's epicenter.

Advice

Plan accordingly for aftershocks. Consider vacating multistory buildings if operating in affected areas until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Allow additional time for air and road travel, as aftershocks may prompt brief disruptions. Seek updated information on road conditions before driving in hilly areas in the affected region due to potential landslides.