A 2.2 magnitude aftershock has been recorded in the Sea of Azov following a recent earthquake off the coast of Crimea.
The Operative Information Center-OMM reports that Marina Bondar, Deputy Director of the Institute of Seismology and Geodynamics at Crimea Federal University, provided details of the event to the RIA Novosti news agency. According to Bondar, the aftershock occurred at the exact source of the primary earthquake that took place on February 2.
Bondar stated that the aftershock, which coincided with the main shock's location, registered an energy class of 8.0 and a magnitude of 2.2. She further noted that the seismic event was not felt by the local population and reflects the natural progression of seismic activity in the region following a larger tremor.
The Sea of Azov and the surrounding Crimean peninsula are situated in a region characterized by moderate seismic risk. While significant earthquakes are relatively infrequent, the area experiences periodic minor tremors due to its proximity to the complex tectonic structures of the Alpine-Himalayan seismic belt. Seismologists continuously monitor these aftershocks to assess the stability of the Earth's crust and to ensure that any potential risks to regional infrastructure or public safety are identified and managed promptly.
