According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), the latest earthquakes in Europe as of February 15, 2023, are:
- A 4.6 magnitude earthquake in the Aegean Sea, near Greece and Turkey, on February 14, 2023.
- A 3.1 magnitude earthquake in southeastern Spain on February 13, 2023.
- A 3.0 magnitude earthquake in northeastern Italy on February 13, 2023.
In terms of earthquake statistics in Europe, the EMSC reports that there have been over 14,000 earthquakes in the region in the past year. However, the vast majority of these earthquakes were relatively small, with only 63 earthquakes registering a magnitude of 4.0 or higher.
The countries in Europe that are most prone to earthquakes include Italy, Greece, Turkey, Romania, and Bulgaria. These countries sit on active fault lines and experience frequent seismic activity.
In recent years, Italy has been particularly hard-hit by earthquakes, with a 6.2 magnitude earthquake striking central Italy in 2016, killing over 300 people and causing widespread damage.
Overall, while Europe is not typically associated with seismic activity, earthquakes do occur regularly in the region, and certain countries are more prone to earthquakes than others.
It is important for people living in these areas to be aware of the risks and take steps to prepare for potential earthquakes.
