Noticeable earthquake shakes Central Switzerland
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Early this morning, an earthquake shook the region around Linthal in the canton of Glarus. The quake occurred at 4:37 a.m. and reached a magnitude of approximately 4.0 on the Richter scale. The tremors were clearly felt across large parts of Central Switzerland.
The Swiss Seismological Service (SED) registered the event immediately. Shortly after the quake, by 5:08 a.m., the SED had already received 247 reports from concerned citizens. Many people were jolted from their sleep by the tremors.
While earthquakes of this magnitude do occur in Switzerland, they are nonetheless noteworthy. With a magnitude of 4.0, minor damage to buildings, such as cracks in plaster, can occur near the epicenter. However, there have been no reports of serious damage or injuries so far.
The Swiss Seismological Service is now analyzing the data to obtain more precise information regarding the depth and exact extent of the quake. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely in order to react quickly to any potential aftershocks.
Sources: Luzerner Zeitung
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