New Light Tremor Detected in Bulgaria

Experts have warned that aftershocks may reach a magnitude of 4 on the Richter scale. Photo by BGNES

A new light tremor has been registered in Bulgaria on Thursday, adding to the hundreds of jolts after last week's massive 5.9-degree earthquake.

The aftershock occurred shortly after midnight and had a magnitude 2.5 on the Richter scale.

The epicenter of all aftershocks was located some 20-25 southwest of Sofia, close to the epicenter of the shallow tremor that threw people into panic earlier this week and revived fearful memories of last week's powerful quake.

A strong 5.9-magnitude quake struck south-west of Bulgaria's capital Sofia shortly after 3.00 am (00.00 GMT) last Tuesday. Even though the jolt made no casualties, it shook apartment buildings and caused people to rush out into the streets in the middle of the night.

Researchers from the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences have explained that aftershocks may reach a magnitude of 4 on the Richter scale, which would not damage the infrastructure. However, objects may fall and injuries may occur.

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