A Magnitude 2.2 Earthquake Occurred Northwest of Yeonggwang, Jeonnam View original image


[Asia Economy Reporter Han Jinju] At 9:03 AM on the 21st, an earthquake with a magnitude of 2.2 occurred 27 km northwest off the coast of Yeonggwang-gun, Jeollanam-do.


According to the Korea Meteorological Administration, the epicenter was at 35.47 degrees north latitude and 126.34 degrees east longitude, with a depth of 18 km.


The instrumental intensity was up to 2 in Gwangju, Jeollanam-do, and Jeonbuk. An instrumental intensity of 2 means only a few people on upper floors of buildings or those in quiet conditions can feel it.



The Korea Meteorological Administration stated, "No earthquake damage is expected."


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