The National Geographic Institute (IGN) have reported an earthquake of 3.3 magnitude on the Richter scale detected today (Sunday), in Puerto de la Cruz in Tenerife.
The tremor occurred at 3:04pm with its epicentre located to the east of the municipality, at coordinates 28.4166 latitude and -16.5272 longitude, at a depth of 21 kilometres.
Although the seismic event registered a notable magnitude, no reports of personal injuries or material damage have been received as of yet. Preliminary data suggests that the earthquake's intensity was weak but was felt across 14 municipalities on the island.
Residents in Puerto de la Cruz, particularly in neighbourhoods such as El Durazno, San Fernando, and Taoro-Malpaís, reported feeling the tremor.
The quake's impact extended to neighbouring areas, including Los Realejos, La Orotava, Santa Úrsula, and beyond. Other affected municipalities included La Victoria de Acentejo, La Matanza de Acentejo, El Sauzal, Tacoronte, La Laguna, La Guancha, Garachico, Candelaria, Güímar, and Fasnia.
This earthquake is the latest in a series of seismic activities recorded in the Canary Islands, which remains under close observation by experts seeking to better understand the geological dynamics of the archipelago. While such events are not uncommon in the area, they emphasize the importance of continuous monitoring and preparedness for potential seismic risks.
