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Seismic-like event, possible earthquake, reported about 10 minutes ago near EMbalenhle, Mpumalanga, South Africa

Sat, 18 Mar 2023, 09:11 09:11 AM | BY: EARTHQUAKEMONITOR
We are receiving unverified early reports of ground shaking possibly caused by seismic activity in or near EMbalenhle, Mpumalanga, South Africa on 18 Mar 2023 (GMT) at approximately 08:58 GMT.
There are no details yet on the magnitude or depth of this possible quake. If confirmed, we can expect more accurate data to emerge in the next few minutes. The location, magnitude and time mentioned are indicative, based on our best-fit seismic model. They are temporary until our AllQuakes monitoring service receives more exact scientific data from a national or international seismological agency. Check back here shortly and stay safe.
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Earthquake data:
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Date & time: Mar 18, 2023 10:58 am (GMT +2) local time (18 Mar 2023 08:58 GMT)
Magnitude: unspecified
Depth: unspecified
Epicenter latitude / longitude: 26.25°S / 28.46°E (Mpumalanga, South Africa)
Primary data source: VolcanoDiscovery

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