A 5.4 magnitude earthquake struck off Egypt's coast in the early hours of Monday, with tremors felt in multiple areas. The Egyptian Red Crescent Society activated an emergency response plan. Initially, there are no reports of injuries or damage.
On 3 August 2026, the German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) reported a 5.4 magnitude earthquake off Egypt's coast early Monday morning local time. The epicenter was located in the sea off Egypt's coast at an approximate depth of 10 kilometers.
The Egyptian Red Crescent Society announced the activation of an emergency response plan in provinces experiencing the tremors, while closely monitoring and assessing the situation. However, so far there have been no reports of deaths or injuries, nor any damage to buildings or property.
Meanwhile, the Egyptian Red Crescent Society has urged people to avoid approaching or entering buildings showing signs of damage and to rely only on information from official sources. Authorities continue to assess the earthquake's impact.
Source: Reuters