An earthquake has struck the Poltava region: what we know so far
This has been reported by the Main Centre for Special Control.
Where and when the earthquake occurred
The tremors were recorded in the Lokhvytsia territorial community in the Myrhorod district of Poltava region. It occurred on 7 July at 05:26 Kyiv time.
Coordinates of the earthquake’s epicentre:
- latitude – 50.33° N;
- longitude – 33.20° E
The depth of the epicentre was 7 kilometres.
What was the magnitude of the tremors?
The earthquake had a magnitude of 2.6 on the Richter scale. According to the classification, such tremors are considered imperceptible, meaning that the average person does not usually notice them.
The Main Centre for Special Monitoring is asking residents of the region to report their experiences if anyone did notice the earthquake.
What is known about seismic activity in Ukraine
As a reminder, a seismologist previously explained why a series of earthquakes struck the occupied Crimea and whether this poses a risk of damage.
Over a two-day period, seven tremors were recorded, with the strongest reaching 4.5 on the Richter scale.
Meanwhile, scientists have noted that a major earthquake in Crimea could recur according to the so-called ‘century cycle’, and this forecast remains valid.
However, the seismologist believes that the earthquakes will ultimately destroy the Crimean Bridge.
The Russians built the bridge in breach of building regulations, and the underground tremors have a “cumulative effect”. This will ultimately destroy the bridge.
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