21 Jun 2020 | 08:24 PM UTC
Iceland: 6.0-magnitude earthquake hits off Siglufjörður on north coast June 21
A 6.0-magnitude earthquake strikes north-north-east of Siglufjörður (Northeastern region) off Iceland’s northern coast on June 21; no immediate reports of damages or casualties
Event
The US Geological Survey (USGS) recorded a 6.0-magnitude earthquake 51 km (32 mi) north-north-east of Siglufjörður (Northeastern region) on the north coast of Iceland on Sunday, June 21. The quake reportedly struck at 19:07 (local time) at a depth of 10km (6 mi). No damages, casualties, or associated disruptions were immediately reported in the area.
Aftershocks are possible in the affected area over the coming hours and days.
Advice
Individuals in the affected areas are advised to monitor the situation and prepare for potential aftershocks.
In the event of aftershocks, individuals are advised to protect themselves as much as possible from falling debris if indoors (e.g. under a table), move away from windows, and not attempt to leave a building unless there is immediate danger. If outdoors, move away from tall buildings, utility wires, and streetlights.
