A magnitude 5.9 earthquake struck northern Argentina on Labor Day afternoon. The quake’s impact was felt across several provinces. No major damage has been reported so far.
The National Seismic Institute of Argentina reported the earthquake occurred at 1:04 pm local time on May 1. Its epicenter was just 10 kilometers deep, about 108 kilometers northwest of the town La Rioja. Neighboring cities like Famatina and San Francisco del Valle de Catamarca also felt the tremors.
Residents reported landslides and damage to some homes. This was the third earthquake to hit La Rioja that day, following smaller tremors measuring 2.6 and 2.8 magnitude. The latest quake was the strongest, but fortunately, there are no reports of injuries or severe damage.
Response and Aftermath
Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and are ready to respond if further aftershocks occur. The National Seismic Institute and local agencies are working together to assess the situation. While the initial impact appears limited, officials remain vigilant.
The region’s seismic activity is being closely watched. People in the affected areas are on high alert, waiting to see if there will be any further tremors.