Drenthe shaken by 3.0 magnitude earthquake near gas field
Residents in Drenthe were jolted awake by a 3.0 magnitude earthquake near Geelbroek, linked to gas extraction. The tremor, felt by many, follows previous quakes in the area and raises concerns about safety and infrastructure.
| Key Fact | Details |
|---|---|
| Magnitude | 3.0 on the Richter scale |
| Location | Geelbroek, near Eleveld gas field |
| Time | 2:14 AM, March 14, 2026 |
| Aftershock | 1.3 magnitude at 5:12 AM |
| Previous quakes | Multiple in October 2023 |
| Affected province | Drenthe |
The Royal Netherlands Meteorological Institute (KNMI) monitors seismic activity, including earthquakes induced by gas extraction. It provides real-time data and alerts to inform the public and authorities about potential risks and safety measures.
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Earthquake of magnitude 3 near Drenthe's Geelbroek
In Drenthe, an earthquake occurred in the night from Friday, March 13 to Saturday, March 14 at 2:14 AM, with a magnitude of 3.0 on the Richter scale. The location is Geelbroek, near the Drenthe gas field Eleveld.
Many people felt the quake. In October 2023, several noticeable earthquakes occurred near the Eleveld gas field.
At 5:12 AM, an aftershock was measured in Geelbroek, with a magnitude of 1.3.
View the details of the induced earthquake in Geelbroek.
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