Earthquake in Israel: 3.8 magnitude quake strikes North

• Published date: 13 March 2024
• Author: JERUSALEM POST STAFF
• Publication title: Jerusalem Post, The: Web Edition Articles (Israel)

The Geological Institute reported that the earthquake felt by northern residents had a magnitude of 3.8 on the Richter scale, and occurred at a depth of approximately 17 km

There were reports that the earthquake was felt in Tiberias, the Jordan Valley, Karmiel, Haifa, and the Hadera area. Some felt the earthquake even further south in areas such as Rehovot and Modi'in.

Statement from Haifa's municipality

The Haifa municipality issued a statement, saying "A short time ago, an earthquake occurred in the Sea of Galilee but was also felt in Haifa. So far, no damage has been reported."

"Earthquake alerts were activated in three...