A Magnitude 2.3 Earthquake Occurs Northwest of Geochang, Gyeongnam

Earthquake epicenter in Geochang, Gyeongnam [Provided by Korea Meteorological Administration]

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Ju Cheolin] At 10:02:14 PM on the 15th, the Korea Meteorological Administration reported that an earthquake of magnitude 2.3 occurred 15 km northwest of Geochang-gun, Gyeongnam Province.

The epicenter was located at 35.79 degrees north latitude and 127.80 degrees east longitude, with a depth of 10 km.

The Korea Meteorological Administration explained, "Residents near the earthquake epicenter may feel the tremors, so please be cautious for your safety."

Within about 10 minutes after the earthquake, the Gyeongnam Fire Headquarters received 15 reports of people feeling the tremors.

The Gyeongnam Fire Headquarters stated, "Although there were continuous inquiries about the earthquake, no damage reports were received," and added, "It is estimated that there was no significant damage."

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