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5.2 magnitude earthquake affects southern Spain and damages Granada

The tremor occurred in the early morning, with no reported fatalities but damage to homes and buildings.

15 August 2026Tagblick Newsdesk

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A 5.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in the early morning in southern Spain, with an epicenter located one kilometer southwest of Otura and a depth of 10 kilometers.

Authorities have reported damage to several houses and buildings in Granada, although no fatalities have been recorded so far, according to various media reports.

Images of the event show the destruction caused, highlighting the magnitude of the tremor, but there is no information about any injuries or displaced persons in the affected area.

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