A series of small earthquakes has worried people in Cyprus. Two earthquakes happened near the island's south coast within a few hours. The first and stronger quake was in the evening, and many people felt it. The second, weaker tremor came early the next morning.
The evening earthquake had a magnitude between 3.8 and 4.1. It was very shallow, only about five kilometers deep, so people felt it strongly. Residents in many areas, including the capital city Nicosia, reported shaking. The morning earthquake was smaller, with a magnitude of 2.9. Both were in the sea between Paphos and Limassol. Luckily, there are no reports of injuries or damage.
Scientists say this is normal for Cyprus. The island is in an area where two large plates of the Earth meet. This creates fault lines that sometimes move, causing earthquakes. Some earthquakes in history here have been very strong. Because of this, groups like the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) always watch for seismic activity.
Many people quickly reported feeling the quakes online. This helps scientists understand them better. The earthquakes did frighten people and wake them up, but they caused no harm. Officials say they will give more information later.
This event reminds us that Cyprus is in an active earthquake zone. Experts say we should be prepared, but not panic, about these small tremors. It is important to have strong building rules and public information. This way, if a bigger earthquake happens one day, everyone will be safer. For now, the shaking has stopped.