Magnitude 4.8 Earthquake Hits Australia
The tremor recorded early in the morning in Victoria was felt across Melbourne, while authorities stated there was no tsunami threat.
A magnitude 4.8 earthquake that struck Australia's Victoria state in the early hours of the morning woke residents and prompted thousands of reports.
Epicenter and Magnitude of the Earthquake
According to Geoscience Australia data, a magnitude 4.8 earthquake was recorded at 02:01 local time near Leongatha, 130 kilometers southeast of Melbourne.
Felt Tremors and Reports
The tremor, which occurred at a depth of approximately 10 kilometers, was felt over a wide area, particularly in Melbourne's eastern suburbs, and was reported by thousands of citizens.
Official Statements and Warnings
The Victoria State Emergency Service reminded citizens of earthquake safety protocols, while the Bureau of Meteorology confirmed that there was no tsunami threat for the region.
Aftershocks and Regional Risk
While an aftershock of magnitude 3.1 was recorded 55 minutes after the main earthquake, experts stated that aftershocks could continue for weeks due to the active seismic structure of the South Gippsland region.