Earthquake of 2.4 on the Richter scale felt in Extremadura
Sunday, July 26, 2015 @ 4:01 PM
A SMALL earthquake gave residents in Mérida a rude awakening this morning (Saturday), says the national geographical institute.
Emergency services on the 112 hotline received a flood of calls after the quake to the south of the city in the land-locked western region of Extremadura was felt at 09.54hrs.
It only measured 2.4 on the Richter scale, but was fairly close to the surface – two kilometres below ground – meaning it was felt by almost everyone in the area.
Most who rang 112 say they heard what sounded like a rumble of thunder, followed by the floor vibrating for a couple of seconds.
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