Powerful 5.4 magnitude earthquake hits Portugal’s coastline
The earthquake's tremors were felt across several regions, particularly in Sines, Lisbon, and Setúbal
A 5.4 magnitude earthquake shook southern Portugal early Monday morning, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS).
The earthquake struck at 5:11 a.m. local time with its epicenter located approximately 58 km west of the coastal town of Sines, according to the USGS.
The tremors were felt intensely across several regions, particularly in Sines, Lisbon, and Setúbal. However, reports flooded social media from individuals in Porto, and even further in Spain and Morocco.
Fortunately, no injuries were reported. Despite the widespread shaking, Portugal emerged largely unscathed from the event, which is a relief after the early morning jolt.
Portugal's Institute of the Sea and Atmosphere (IPMA) also confirmed that at least four minor aftershocks followed the initial quake, though their intensity was minimal.
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