A 4.2-magnitude earthquake struck New South Wales, Australia, on Tuesday morning, causing widespread tremors across various regions. The quake occurred at 12:12 p.m. local time, with its epicenter located near Denman, a small town in the Upper Hunter region. The earthquake originated at a depth of 11 kilometers, as reported by the U.S. Geological Survey.
Residents in numerous areas, including Muswellbrook, Cessnock, Rutherford, Singleton, and even as far away as Sydney, felt the shaking. Fortunately, local authorities have confirmed that, as of now, there are no reported injuries or significant damage.
The Bureau of Meteorology also issued a statement reassuring the public that there was no tsunami threat following the seismic event. Volcano Discovery, a platform dedicated to real-time earthquake tracking, noted an influx of reports describing the sensation of the tremors.
One Muswellbrook resident recounted their experience, saying, “I was in the bathroom when it happened, and it was a pretty strong shaking. I would even say it felt definitely stronger than a 4.1.” Another Umina resident described being on the couch upstairs when the quake hit: “The entire couch started vibrating quite obviously for a couple of seconds, and then it settled into slight vibrations for a good minute afterwards”.
As communities assess the situation, authorities continue to monitor any aftershocks, urging residents to remain vigilant and report any unusual occurrences. The local government has emphasized the importance of disaster preparedness, reminding citizens of the procedures to follow in case of future seismic activity.
