Seismological Warning 28/2019

Seismological Warning

Seismological Warning 28/2019

June 14, 2019 at 20:52

Seismic press COMUNICADO Nº 541/2019, issued by the Azores Seismic Information and Surveillance Center reproduced here,

Na sequência do comunicado COMUNICADO Nº 541/2019, emitido pelo Centro de Informação e Vigilância Sismovulcânica dos Açores que aqui se reproduz,

Sismo sentido na ilha do Faial

O Centro de Informação e Vigilância Sismovulcânica dos Açores (CIVISA) informa que às 20:11 (hora local = hora UTC), do dia 14 de junho foi registado um evento com magnitude 3,2 (Richter) e epicentro a cerca de 32 km a W do Capelo, ilha do Faial.

De acordo com a informação disponível até ao momento o sismo foi sentido com intensidade máxima III (Escala de Mercalli Modificada) em Feteira, concelho da Horta.

O CIVISA continua a acompanhar o evoluir da situação, emitindo novos comunicados caso necessário.

O Serviço Regional de Proteção Civil e Bombeiros dos Açores recomenda que sejam tomadas as seguintes medidas de autoproteção:

EARTHQUAKES

• Keep calm and expect possible replicas;

• Do not light matches or lighters as there may be gas leaks;

• See if your house has suffered severe damage and leave immediately if you suspect it is not safe;

• If you doubt about the integrity of gas, electric or water circuits, turn them off immediately;

• Never use the lifts;

• Confirm the expiry date of your emergency kit and re-check its content with your family;;

• See if there are any wounded and, if necessary, provide first aid;

• Be aware of broken glass or electricity cables. Prevent injuries by protecting yourself with proper clothes;

• Immediately clean all inflammable products that may have spilled;

• If possible, release your pets as they can take care of themselves;

• Stay away from beaches as a giant wave (tsunami) may occur;

• Turn on the radio, pay attention to the broadcasted recommendations and do not help disseminate rumors;

• Always follow the recommendations provided by the local authorities present as they are there to assist you;

• As soon as possible, verify the validity of your house and vehicle insurance policies and confirm if they cover seismic phenomena.