Aftershocks observed after earthquake of 5.6 magnitude in Azerbaijan

Currently, aftershocks are being observed after a strong earthquake in the Caspian Sea, the Center for Seismological Service under the National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan told Caliber.Az.

09:08

A strong earthquake occurred in Azerbaijan on December 7 at 08:16 local time.

According to preliminary data, the origin of the earthquake with magnitude 5.6 was located at a depth of 68 km in the Caspian Sea, Caliber.Az informs, citing the Republican Centre of Seismological Service under the Azerbaijan National Academy of Sciences.

Underground tremors were felt in the capital and other cities.