Batna, Algeria – A minor earthquake was felt in the province of Batna and surrounding areas this morning. The tremor, registering a magnitude of 3.0 on the Richter scale, occurred at 09:26 AM local time.
The epicenter of the earthquake was located approximately 12 kilometers southwest of Ouled Salam, a municipality within the Batna province. According to initial reports, there have been no immediate reports of damage or injuries as a result of the seismic activity.
DZWatch has learned that the earthquake is considered a mild tremor and is part of the natural seismic activity experienced periodically in certain eastern Algerian provinces.
Authorities are closely monitoring the situation. Citizens are urged to remain calm and to rely on official sources for accurate information, avoiding the spread of rumors or misinformation. Further updates will be provided as they become available.
