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Earthquake in the North Atlantic Ocean

  • Writer: Kyle Sooley-Brookings
    Kyle Sooley-Brookings
  • Jan 4, 2022
  • 1 min read

A strong earthquake occurred in the North Atlantic Ocean this morning.


A 6.1 magnitude earthquake occurred 583.4 km southwest of Lajes das Flores, Portugal at a depth of 10 kilometres.


It occurred along the Mid-Atlantic Ridge. The Mid-Atlantic Ridge is the site of volcanic activity and earthquakes.


This earthquake was not strong enough to generate a tsunami. Tsunamis are typically generated when earthquakes are stronger than 7.5.

 
 
 

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