A new earthquake measuring 5.3 on the Richter scale struck Cyprus on Monday afternoon, only a few hours after a strong tremor that had already shaken the island earlier in the day.
According to data from the Euro-Mediterranean Seismological Center (EMSC), the quake’s epicenter was located 10 kilometers northeast of Paphos, at a focal depth of 14 kilometers. The region is known for its high seismic activity, and historical records show that a powerful earthquake in the 1950s caused significant damage and casualties in the same area.
Residents across Paphos, Limassol, and Nicosia reported feeling the quake clearly, with several describing long and intense shaking that lasted for several seconds. The tremor was also felt along parts of the eastern Mediterranean coast, including regions outside Cyprus.
Social media quickly filled with eyewitness accounts, as users shared their experiences and expressed concern over the series of quakes hitting the island in such a short timeframe.
So far, no injuries or structural damage have been reported, but local authorities and seismologists are monitoring the situation closely for potential aftershocks.
Cyprus lies in a seismically active zone between the Anatolian and African tectonic plates, making moderate earthquakes a relatively common occurrence.
Officials have advised the public to remain cautious but emphasized that there is no cause for panic at this stage.
