Earthquake recorded in central Ukraine
An earthquake was recorded in Ukraine's Poltava region (photo: Getty Images)
An earthquake was recorded in Ukraine's Poltava region on the morning of July 7, according to the Main Center of Special Monitoring.
Where and when the earthquake occurred
The tremor was recorded in the Lokhvytsia territorial community of the Myrhorod district in the Poltava region. It occurred on July 7 at 5:26 a.m. Kyiv time.
The coordinates of the earthquake's epicenter were:
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Latitude: 50.33° N
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Longitude: 33.20° E
The focal depth was 7 kilometers.
How strong was the earthquake?
The earthquake had a magnitude of 2.6 on the Richter scale. According to the classification, tremors of this magnitude are considered imperceptible, meaning the average person usually does not notice them.
The Main Center of Special Monitoring asked residents of the region to report their experiences if they noticed the earthquake.
What is known about seismic activity in Ukraine
Earlier, a seismologist explained why a series of earthquakes struck Crimea and whether they posed a threat of destruction.
At that time, seven tremors were recorded over two days, with the strongest reaching a magnitude of 4.5.
Meanwhile, scientists noted that a major earthquake in Crimea could recur according to the so-called century cycle, and that forecast remains valid.
However, a seismologist believes that earthquakes will eventually destroy the Crimean Bridge.
According to the expert, Russia built the bridge in violation of construction standards, and seismic tremors have a "cumulative effect." This will eventually destroy the bridge.
