🌏 Did you hear? A magnitude-4.5 earthquake shook Gongxian County in Sichuan Province, China, at 3:17 p.m. on Wednesday!
The earthquake was reported by the China Earthquake Networks Center. It happened deep underground, about 10 kilometers below the surface.
But here’s some good news: No one was hurt, and there was no damage reported! 😊
You might be wondering, “What does magnitude-4.5 mean?” Well, earthquakes are measured on a scale called the Richter scale. A 4.5 quake is considered light. It can shake things up a bit, but usually doesn’t cause serious damage.
Earthquakes happen when the Earth’s plates move. Places like Sichuan Province experience them from time to time. It’s a good reminder to know what to do during an earthquake!
Remember: If you ever feel the ground shaking, stay calm. Drop, cover, and hold on until it’s safe. 🛡️
Stay safe and take care, everyone!
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
