The National Seismology Center of the Geophysics Institute of Tehran University reported an earthquake of magnitude 4.9 in East Azerbaijan Province on Tuesday evening, May 22. According to this center, the earthquake occurred at a depth of eight kilometers and 19 kilometers from the city of Sarab. The earthquake shook Sarab and was also felt in the city of Tabriz. According to Mehr News Agency, the earthquake caused fear and panic among the people in Tabriz. Previously, a 5.9 magnitude earthquake on January 27 of last year caused damage to at least ten thousand homes and left over a thousand injured in the city of Khoy. Additionally, a recent earthquake on Friday morning in Khoy left at least 82 injured. Experts continue to warn that 49% of Iran's population is at risk of land subsidence.
Earthquake of Magnitude 4.9 Near Sarab; Residents of Tabriz Felt the Tremor
An earthquake measuring 4.9 struck near Sarab in East Azerbaijan Province, felt strongly in Tabriz, causing panic among residents. This follows a series of recent earthquakes in the region, raising concerns about safety and infrastructure. The ongoing seismic activity highlights the vulnerability of a significant portion of Iran's population to natural disasters.
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📰 What Happened
An earthquake measuring 4.9 struck near Sarab in East Azerbaijan Province, causing panic among residents in Tabriz. This event follows a series of recent earthquakes in the region, raising concerns about safety and infrastructure.
- The earthquake occurred at a depth of eight kilometers and was 19 kilometers from Sarab.
- Previous earthquakes in the region have caused significant damage and injuries, highlighting ongoing seismic risks.
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📚 Background
Iran is located on several tectonic plates, making it one of the most earthquake-prone countries in the world. Nearly half of its population is at risk of land subsidence and related disasters.
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