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Sism of 5.2 on the Richter scale felt on the island of São Miguel

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Briefings

A magnitude 5.2 earthquake occurred on October 20, 2026, with its epicenter located approximately 40 kilometers west of Ginetes on the island of Sao Miguel. The event was felt by 18 localities at 18:07 and 19:07, with corresponding times in Lisbon being 19:07.

Key points

• The earthquake had a magnitude of 5.2 and its epicenter was situated about 40 kilometers west of Ginetes, Ponta Delgada, Sao Miguel.

Context

This seismic event occurred on the island of Sao Miguel, a region known for its volcanic activity, making it a significant context for understanding local tectonic stability.

Limitations

The evidence is limited to the specific time of 18:07 and 19:07, with no data on the duration of shaking or aftershocks.

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