- 5.4-magnitude earthquake struck off Egypt early on Monday, according to the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ).
- The quake hit at a depth of 10 km (6 miles), according to GFZ.
- The Egyptian Red Crescent activated its emergency response plan in the governorates where the tremor was felt.
- So far, there have been no reports of casualties or property damage.
- The Red Crescent urged residents to avoid buildings showing signs of damage and to rely on official updates.
- Authorities are monitoring the impact of the earthquake, with emergency teams remaining on alert.
- Egypt has revised the earthquake epicentre to 38 km from Suez.
A 5.4-magnitude earthquake struck in the Mediterranean Sea off Egypt's coast early Monday, as reported by the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ). The quake occurred at a depth of 10 km (6 miles).1
The Egyptian Red Crescent activated its emergency response plan in the affected governorates, stating it had received no reports of casualties or property damage so far. Initial assessments indicated no significant damage or injuries.34
In a statement, the Red Crescent urged residents to stay away from buildings showing signs of structural damage and to rely on official updates as authorities continue to assess the situation. Emergency teams are on alert in the affected areas, monitoring the impact of the earthquake.6
Authorities have also revised the earthquake's epicenter to 38 km from Suez.
“The quake hit at a depth of 10 km, and Egypt revised the epicentre to 38 km from Suez. The Red Crescent urged residents to avoid buildings showing signs of damage and to rely on official updates as authorities assess the situation.”
