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🇪🇹 Tectonic Activity Causes Ground Cracks in the Awash Region, Ethiopia

‼️ In the Awash region, a series of earthquakes has been recorded over the past few days. The latest quake, which struck on January 2 at 7:26 PM local time (Addis Ababa), had a magnitude of 4.6. These tremors have caused ground cracks to appear and are part of the active tectonic processes within the Ethiopian Rift.

The Ethiopian Rift is a segment of the East African Rift, one of the largest tectonic fault systems on Earth. The gradual movement of tectonic plates in this region may eventually lead to the splitting of the continent and the formation of a new ocean in the distant future.

These phenomena underscore the significance of tectonic processes in shaping Earth's landscape.

🔗 Source: Volcano Discovery

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🇪🇹 Activity in Ethiopia's Rift Zone: Earthquakes and Volcanic Eruption

‼️Significant tectonic activity has been recorded in the Afar region of Ethiopia. Over the past weeks, a seismic swarm has been observed, including a magnitude 5.8 earthquake that struck early on January 4, 2025, at 3:52 AM local time. The epicenter was located 57 km from the town of Awash, at a shallow depth of just 10 km, making the tremors particularly intense near the surface.

⚠️ Mount Dofen has also shown signs of activity, with emissions of gas, rocks, and mud reported. This indicates heightened processes within the rift zone. These events suggest the ongoing separation of tectonic plates. The East African Rift is one of the most dynamic geological regions on Earth, and the current activity points to the gradual formation of a new ocean.

🔥 The region remains under close scientific observation. Authorities are urging local residents to exercise caution as the situation continues to evolve.

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