12 Aug 2022 | 10:13 PM UTC
Libya: Magnitude-5.2 offshore earthquake occurs in Mediterranean Sea at around 23:31 EET Aug. 12
Magnitude-5.2 earthquake occurs off Libyan coast in Mediterranean Sea at 23:31 EET Aug. 12. No immediate reports of damage or injuries.
Event
A magnitude-5.2 earthquake occurred off the Libyan coast in the Mediterranean Sea at around 23:31 EET Aug. 12. The epicenter was about 181 km (112 miles) northwest of Tukrah, Libya. The tremor occurred at a depth of about 14 km (8 miles), and light shaking may have been felt in parts of northeastern Libya. There have been no initial reports of damage or casualties as a result of the earthquake; significant damage is unlikely. It could take several hours until authorities can conduct comprehensive damage assessments, especially in remote areas. Aftershocks are likely over the coming days. The event has not prompted any tsunami advisories.
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 in areas where shaking occurred.
Advice
Out of an abundance of caution, consider vacating multistory buildings where shaking occurred until authorities confirm their structural integrity. Monitor and plan for aftershocks.
