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Quake detected in Zhambyl region, according to seismic readings

At 2:30 PM local time in Astana, the seismic network of the 'National Scientific Center for Seismological Research and Information' under EMERCOM of the RK recorded an earthquake. Its epicenter lies within Kazakhstan, 334 kilometers southeast...

Earthquake detected in Zhambyl region by seismologists
Earthquake detected in Zhambyl region by seismologists

Quake detected in Zhambyl region, according to seismic readings

Earthquake Strikes Zhambyl Region of Kazakhstan

An earthquake was registered today at 14:30 AST by the National Scientific Center for Seismological Research and Information of the Ministry of Emergency Situations (MES) of Kazakhstan. The epicenter of the earthquake was located 334 kilometers southwest of Almaty, but the exact location within the Zhambyl region is not specified.

The intensity of the tremors varied among different areas, but no specific information about the intensity of the earthquake was provided. The villages of Asa, Moinkum, Kordai, Bauyrzhan Momyshuly, Karatau, Turar Ryskulov, Kulan, Merke, and the cities of Shu, Sarikemer, Tole Bi, and Taraz are also in the affected area and reported feeling the earthquake.

The MES has urged citizens to remain calm, follow safety measures, and stay updated with official announcements. Emergency response services are monitoring the situation, and no reported casualties or damage have been reported at this time.

It's important to note that the cause of the earthquake is not specified, and neither is its depth or magnitude. The article does not provide any details about the potential damage or casualties caused by the earthquake.

Recent recorded earthquakes were noted near Almaty, not Zhambyl, with no detailed intensity observations for the Zhambyl area. However, the villages and cities mentioned above reported feeling the earthquake.

The source of this information is the website of the National Scientific Center for Seismological Research and Information of the Ministry of Emergency Situations of Kazakhstan. Citizens are advised to stay updated with official announcements from the MES for the latest updates on the situation.

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