Society

At 3.9 Richter the new earthquake in Cyprus

The Department of Geological Survey of the Ministry of Agriculture, Rural Development and Environment announces that on Thursday 05 December 2024 and 22:53 local time, a noticeable earthquake of magnitude 3.9 on the Richter scale was recorded by the seismological network of the Department.

The earthquake had an epicenter in the sea area, 45 kilometers southeast of the city of Larnaca, and a focal depth of 20 kilometers. It was felt in the province of Larnaca and perceived in the rest of Cyprus.

The phenomenon is monitored by the Seismological Center of the Geological Survey Department and the relevant information (seismic parameters, interactive maps, etc.) is published on the website of the Geological Survey Department www.gsd-seismology.org.cy.

Tags: EARTHQUAKE

News stream

Christos Zannetou for video: "The reported incidents do not reflect the overall picture of Ayia Napa"

The reported incidents do not reflect the overall picture of Ayia Napa. Zero tolerance for illegal…

15 Ιανουαρίου, 2026

Ayia Napa: Ex officio investigation after documentary on sexual exploitation of women

Reports of poor employment and housing conditions, as well as incidents of sexual harassment against…

15 Ιανουαρίου, 2026

Tonight the Dance Performance "Rhythms and Steps of Cyprus"

The Ayia Napa Municipality's Winter Events Program "Cultural Winter 2025-2026" continues on Thursday 15…

15 Ιανουαρίου, 2026

Return to the Moon: NASA announces historic Artemis II launch date

America – and humanity – is just weeks away from a historic comeback…

15 Ιανουαρίου, 2026

British Bases: 34 Arrests During Operation Dasher

During the Christmas and New Year period, the West Indies Police…

15 Ιανουαρίου, 2026

Trump accuses Ukraine of blocking peace with Russia: "Putin is ready for a deal"

The president of the United States accused Ukraine of obstructing the achievement of a peace agreement with Russia...

15 Ιανουαρίου, 2026