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Cyprus was shaken by a second earthquake on Wednesday, this time measuring a preliminary 5.3 magnitude, according to early data from the Geological Survey Department.
The tremor, which struck in the late afternoon around 4:30pm, was centered once again in the Paphos district, the same area that experienced a stronger 5.7-magnitude quake earlier in the day.
Residents from Paphos to Nicosia reported feeling the ground move, though there were no immediate reports of injuries or serious damage. Some said the second quake felt “short but sharp,” while others described it as a rolling motion lasting just a few seconds.
Authorities are monitoring the situation, but experts say aftershocks are common following a quake of this size. The Department of Geological Survey noted that it’s still analyzing seismic data to determine whether this was an aftershock or a separate event.
Today’s twin tremors have put many islanders on edge, with social media lighting up with messages from residents comparing experiences and a few jokes about the “midweek shake-up.”
Cyprus lies in a seismically active zone, though quakes of this magnitude are relatively rare. Officials are urging the public to stay alert and follow any updates from the Meteorological and Geological Departments.
