Noticeable earthquake shakes Central Switzerland
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Early Sunday morning, an earthquake shook Central Switzerland. The quake reached a magnitude of 4.0 on the Richter scale and was clearly felt in large parts of the country.
The cantons of Glarus, Schwyz, Uri, and Grisons were particularly affected. Many residents reported shaking objects and a distinct trembling of buildings. The event occurred in the early morning hours, when most people were still asleep.
While earthquakes of this magnitude do occur in Switzerland, they are not an everyday occurrence. Experts from the Swiss Seismological Service are closely monitoring seismic activity in the region to gain further insights into the causes and potential aftershocks.
So far, there have been no reports of major damage to buildings or injuries. The authorities are calling on the population to remain calm in the event of further tremors and to follow official safety recommendations.
Sources: wir Freiburg.
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