Seismic activity in Granada has slowed down this Friday, following several days of tremors. Seven earthquakes were recorded during the early morning, with the strongest magnitude event located in Gójar (2.4). Other seismic movements occurred in Armilla (two, magnitudes 2.2 and 1.6), Churriana de la Vega (1.8), La Zubia (1.7), and Alhendín (1.9).
Mercedes Feriche, a researcher at the Andalusian Institute of Geophysics, stated that the duration of this seismic series is uncertain, potentially lasting days, weeks, or months. She compared the current situation to the 2021 series, noting that five earthquakes of magnitude 4 or higher have already occurred, similar to what happened five years ago around Atarfe.
Feriche explained that the activity is related to the geological characteristics of the Vega de Granada region, where a series of faults move due to the basin's subsidence. These movements can affect adjacent faults, generating earthquake series. The researcher affirmed that continued seismic activity is normal in the depression of Granada and its metropolitan area.
Scientists do not possess a "crystal ball" to predict the duration of the tremors. Regarding the possibility of earthquakes stronger than magnitude 4.8 Mw, Feriche indicated that while it "could happen," it is "improbable."
