5.1-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Iran, USGS Reports

A 5.1-magnitude earthquake rocked Iran on Friday evening, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS).

The quake occurred at 9:19 p.m. local time, approximately 22 miles southwest of Semnan, Iran, according to data from the agency.

Seismologists are analyzing all available information, which could lead to an adjustment in the earthquake’s reported magnitude. The collection of further data might also result in updates to the shake-severity map by USGS scientists.

Source: United States Geological Survey | Notes: Shaking levels are assessed via the Modified Mercalli Intensity scale. When aftershock data becomes available, related maps and charts incorporate earthquakes occurring within 100 miles and within seven days of the primary incident. All times referenced are in Iran’s local time. Shake data is recorded as of Friday, June 20, at 2:07 p.m. Eastern Time, and aftershock data is accurate as of that same day at 3:34 p.m. Eastern.