Seismological Warning

Seismological Warning 32/2020

  • June 02, 2020 at 02:55

Seismic press 947/2020, issued by the Azores Seismic Information and Surveillance Center reproduced here,

Na sequência do comunicado 947/2020, emitido pelo Centro de Informação e Vigilância Sismovulcânica dos Açores que aqui se reproduz,

 

 

 

O Centro de Informação e Vigilância Sismovulcânica dos Açores (CIVISA) informa que às 02:34 (hora local = hora UTC), do dia 2 de junho foi registado um evento com magnitude 2,3 (Richter) e epicentro a cerca de 5 km a SW do Faial da Terra, ilha de S. Miguel.

 

 

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

 

 
 


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.
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