The Ghana Geological Survey Authority (GGSA) has confirmed in a press release that parts of the capital city of Accra experienced a 2.8 magnitude earth tremor this morning. The Authority reported that the tremor occurred at 9.49 am and was “slightly felt in High Street, Ridge, and other parts of Accra Central”. The epicentre was located 1.5km offshore near James Town in Greater Accra Region.
The GGSA Acting Director-General, Isaac Kuuwan Mwinbelle, said in the release that the recorded magnitude is indicative of the extent of the tremor, which is minor and not expected to cause damage. The Authority further urged calm among the public, signaling there is no cause for alarm, and people should go about their normal activities.
According to the Authority, occurrences of such earth tremors are natural, making them difficult to predict. The GGSA emphasized the importance of educating and sensitizing the public on awareness and response during earth tremors, which is currently being undertaken by the Authority. The GGSA is committed to continuously monitoring these events and informing the public appropriately to ensure public safety and minimize risk.
In recent news, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake struck on February 6, in southern Turkey close to the Syrian border, followed by powerful aftershocks. More than 50,000 people lost their lives in the region as buildings collapsed. In the wake of the devastation, there has been scrutiny of building codes and construction practices in Turkey.
The GGSA confirms a minor earth tremor occurred in parts of Accra this morning, with no expected damage or cause for alarm. The Authority stresses the importance of educating and sensitizing the public on awareness and response during earth tremors and is committed to monitoring these events to ensure public safety and minimize risk.
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