Shallow earthquake in Gulf of Aden; minimal impact expected in Somalia and Yemen

[Deeq A.]

Mogadishu (HOL) -A magnitude 5.6 earthquake occurred in the Gulf of Aden at 10:31 a.m. EAT, December 5. The epicentre was identified 149 kilometres north-northwest of Las Khorey, Somalia and generated tremors felt across parts of northern Somalia and southern Yemen. The quake, originating at a shallow depth of 10 kilometres, raises concerns over its possible effects. =

Source: Hiiraan Online