“Earthquakes in Lebanon: National Center of Geophysics Reports 3.4 and 2.4 Magnitude Quakes”

The National Center of Geophysics in Bahnas, which is affiliated with the National Council for Scientific Research, reported that at 17:45 an earthquake measuring 3.4 degrees on the Richter scale occurred in the Raashin-Keserwan area, and was felt by citizens in several areas.

Also, a second earthquake in Lebanon, which was felt by some residents of Keserwan, originated in Mayrouba, measuring 2.4 degrees on the Richter scale.

In a related context, Tony Nemer, a researcher in geology at the American University, wrote on his Twitter account: “Two earthquakes hit Lebanon this afternoon with a magnitude of 2.4 and 3.4 degrees.

“It’s simple and nothing to worry about,” Nimr said.