Strong earthquake 5.2 Richter marked marked near his modesty Irancausing vibrations in the area.
The earthquake occurred at a moderate small depth of 35 km below the focus near the province of Semnan in Iran and the capital Tehran and the city of Kum, on Friday night 920.06.2025), at 20:49 pm. local time.
Based on the preliminary seismic data, the earthquake should not have caused significant damage, but it was probably felt by many people as a slight vibration in the area of the focus.
The exact size, the epicenter of the earthquake, which was about 35 km southwest of the Semnan and the focal depth was recorded at 10 km. It may be reviewed within the next few hours or minutes, as seismologists will examine the data and improve their calculations or other services.
Iran is an earthquake active country with a history of earthquakes. The only geology of the area, located in the Alpine zone, makes it prone to important seismic activity.
Over the years, Iran has experienced numerous powerful earthquakes, resulting in significant losses in lives and property. According to earthquake statistics, Iran is experiencing about 2100 earthquakes a year, with about 15.7 earthquakes size of 5 Richter or larger.
Recent earthquake activity
In recent days, Iran has experienced several remarkable earthquakes. Just a day ago, a 4.2 -magnitude earthquake occurred near Kashmar in Razavi Horasan, Iran.
On June 17, a 4.2 -magnitude earthquake occurred near Borazan in Buser, Iran. These terrorists serve as a reminder of the ongoing seismic activity of the area.
According to reports, given Iran’s historical earthquakes, readiness and reaction are vital. The Iranian government has implemented various measures to mitigate the effects of seismic events, including building regulations and emergency plans.
However, the effectiveness of these measures is constantly tested by the frequency and severity of earthquakes in the area.