Earthquake near Eleveld: Open house event to address residents' concerns and damage reports
Residents affected by the recent 3.0-magnitude earthquake near Eleveld can attend an open house event on March 26 to ask questions about damage reporting, personal concerns, and earthquake mechanics. Local authorities and mining damage experts will be present to provide answers and support.
| Key Data | Details |
|---|---|
| Event | Open house about the Eleveld earthquake |
| Date | March 26, 2026 |
| Time | 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM |
| Location | Theater De Nieuwe Kolk, Weiersstraat 1, Assen |
| Earthquake magnitude | 3.0 on the Richter scale |
| Date of earthquake | March 14, 2026 |
| Municipalities affected | Aa en Hunze, Assen |
| Organizations present | Municipality of Assen, Institute for Mining Damage Groningen, Mining Damage Committee, State Supervision of Mines |
| Registration required? | No |
The municipality of Assen plays a key role in addressing local concerns and facilitating communication between residents and specialized organizations after seismic events. The State Supervision of Mines and mining damage committees are responsible for assessing and managing damage caused by induced earthquakes, particularly in regions with historical mining activities.
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Open house event about the earthquake near Eleveld
You probably haven’t missed it: on Saturday, March 14, an earthquake measuring 3.0 on the Richter scale occurred near Eleveld. The quake took place in the municipality of Aa en Hunze, on the border with the municipality of Assen. The tremor was felt across a large area. We understand that you may have questions or concerns. That’s why we are organizing an open house event about the earthquake.
When and where?
The open house event will take place on Thursday, March 26, between 7:00 PM and 9:00 PM. No registration is required. You are welcome at Theater De Nieuwe Kolk (Mennega Lounge). The address is Weiersstraat 1, 9401 ET Assen.
What can you expect?
You can ask practical questions about damage. For example, how to report damage and what happens with your report. There will also be room to discuss personal concerns. Additionally, you can receive an explanation about what exactly happens during an earthquake.
Who will be present?
Various parties will be present to share their knowledge and answer your questions. In addition to the municipality of Assen, the Institute for Mining Damage Groningen and the Mining Damage Committee will be present. These organizations handle damage caused by earthquakes. The State Supervision of Mines will also be present to provide technical explanations about earthquakes.
More information
More information about the earthquake can be found on this page.