The Ghana Geological Survey Authority (GGSA) assured Ghanaians that they can resume their regular activities after a minor earth tremor occurred in parts of the Greater Accra Region on Sunday, November 12.
With a magnitude of 3.6 on the Richter scale, the authority stated that the event was not projected to cause any damage.
In a released statement on Sunday, the GGSA acknowledged the unpredictability of such natural occurrences while committing to ongoing monitoring and public information to ensure safety and mitigate risks.
The statement read, “Education and sensitization of the public on awareness and response during earth tremors are important and currently being undertaken by the Authority. The public is urged to remain calm and go about their normal activities.”
At approximately 7:20 a.m., residents in several regions, including Weija, Nyanyano, Adenta, Bortianor, and Accra Central, reported sensing the tremor.
The GGSA highlighted that these tremors were familiar occurrences in these specific areas. Their statement reiterated the agency’s dedication to monitoring and communicating with the public to address any concerns related to such natural incidents.
