Residents in some parts of Greater Accra region experienced earth tremor in the early hours of Friday, March 10, 2023.
According to the Ghana Geological Survey Authority, the incident occurred at 09:49am.
The event had a magnitude of 2.8 on the Richter scale.
“The epicenter is located 1.5km offshore near James Town in Greater Accra Region. The recorded magnitude is indicative of the extent of the tremor.
“The earth tremor is a minor one and so it is not expected to cause damage,” the Authority said in a statement signed by Isaac Kuuwan Mwinbelle, AG. Director-General.
The tremor was slightly felt in High Street, Ridge and some other parts of Accra Central, it said.
“These are natural occurrences and therefore difficult to predict,” the Ghana Geological Survey Authority underscored.
However, it said, the Authority is committed to continuously monitoring these events and informing the public appropriately to ensure public safety and minimize risk.
The Authority deems education and sensitization of the public on awareness and response during earth tremors as important, and currently being undertaken by the Authority.
The statement urged the public to remain calm and go about their normal activities.
