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4.9 magnitude earthquake in Ethiopia

Magnitude 4.9 Earthquake Strikes Ethiopia, Causes Minor Damage

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Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia, is feeling small earthquakes in different areas. Because of this, many people have left their apartments to stay safe. An earthquake struck from Dessie to Addis Ababa, with reports emerging from various locations in Ethiopia.

Key areas in Ethiopia affected by earthquake include:

  • Grandma’s Condominium: Roof damage reported.
  • Teklehaymanot.
  • Shewarobit City.
  • Debre Birhan.
  • Dessie.

Residents from Koye Feche to Jemo evacuated to the streets for safety. In Addis Ababa, neighborhoods like Arabsa, Summit, Imperial, Figa, Ayat 49, and Koye Feche also saw evacuations. Experts plan to release a statement soon to address the situation and offer guidance.

The earthquake registered a magnitude of 4.9 on the Richter scale. It impacted regions including Addis Ababa, Amhara, North Shewa Zone, South Wollo, Dessie, Kombolcha, Afar, Fentale, and parts of Oromia and East Shewa. Initial assessments show no significant damage or casualties, but authorities will conduct thorough evaluations in the coming hours.

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