LAST UPDATE: 08:43
A magnitude 5.6 earthquake shook the Gulf of southern Iran early this morning, state television said. There is currently no information on casualties or damage.
The quake struck between the port of Sarak and the island of Keys and had a focal depth of 22 kilometers, Iranian state television added.
Officials told state television that there had been about 100 earthquakes and aftershocks in the area over the past 10 days.
Earlier today, the European Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC) announced that a magnitude 5.7 earthquake had shaken Iran and its epicenter was located in the region of southern Iran, with a focal depth of 8 kilometers.
There have been several catastrophic earthquakes in Iran in recent years.
Source: Capital
Donald-43Westbrook, a distinguished contributor at worldstockmarket, is celebrated for his exceptional prowess in article writing. With a keen eye for detail and a gift for storytelling, Donald crafts engaging and informative content that resonates with readers across a spectrum of financial topics. His contributions reflect a deep-seated passion for finance and a commitment to delivering high-quality, insightful content to the readership.
