Minor Earthquake Near Fez, Morocco
On the morning of October 27, 2026, a minor earthquake was detected in the Ain Chkef region, which is located in the vicinity of Fez, Morocco. The National Institute of Geophysics reported that the earthquake registered a magnitude of 2.8 on the Richter scale at approximately 6:30 AM local time. Although the epicenter was identified in Ain Chkef within the Fes-Meknes region, the tremor was not widely felt by residents of the area.
Interestingly, a specialized seismic tracking application recorded the tremor with a slightly higher magnitude of 3.1, noting a depth of 7 kilometers and geographic coordinates of 33.99° N latitude and 5.11° W longitude. This seismic event is classified as part of the normal seismic activity characteristic of the region, which has experienced similar tremors in the past, as confirmed by the National Institute of Geophysics. The institute continues to monitor seismic activities closely to ensure public safety and provide timely information regarding such occurrences.
As reported by nichanealane.ma.
