Aqaba experiences 4.0 magnitude earthquake

The Jordan Seismological Observatory (JSO), affiliated with the Ministry of Energy and Mineral Resources, recorded a 4.0 magnitude earthquake today, Thursday, March 6, 2025, in the Aqaba area.

Preliminary reports indicate that the tremor occurred at 2:42 PM today.

This earthquake is part of the usual seismic activity in the Gulf of Aqaba region, which lies along the Dead Sea Transform (DST) fault system and is known for frequent seismic events.

This tremor is considered moderate in strength, and no significant impacts have been reported so far, pending further reports from relevant authorities to accurately assess the situation.