Some residents felt it…an earthquake measuring 5.2 on the Richter scale 710 kilometers from Cairo.
On November 29, 2024, the National Seismic Network reported an earthquake that occurred 710 kilometers from Cairo. Some residents of the capital felt the tremors.
Details of the Earthquake:
- Date: November 29, 2024
- Time: 9:13:15 AM Cairo time
- Magnitude: 5.2 on the Richter scale
- Location: Latitude 20.127° N, Longitude 31.72° E
- Depth: 42 km
The institute confirmed that there were no casualties or property damage from this earthquake.
The National Seismic Network operates over 70 stations across Egypt. These stations were placed based on Egypt’s seismic history, ensuring effective monitoring of seismic events. Egypt has a long history in earthquake observation, dating back over 150 years. Although the observation of earthquakes started in the early 20th century, ancient Egyptian records include accounts of earthquakes from more than 5,000 years ago.
Egypt is not located on major seismic belts. There are seven known seismic belts globally, and Egypt is situated away from them. However, it is near seismically active areas like the Gulf of Aqaba and the Gulf of Suez. These areas occasionally experience moderate earthquakes. The resilience of Egyptian society helps reduce the impact of such seismic events.
This combination of advanced monitoring and historical knowledge reinforces Egypt’s preparedness for earthquakes and enhances public safety.