Powerful 5.5 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes 23 km East of Wik’ro Ethiopia in the Early Evening
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5 struck near Wik’ro, Tigray, Ethiopia, in the early evening on October 11, 2025. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) reported the quake occurring at 7:18 pm local time, with a shallow depth of 10 km beneath the epicenter.
Details of the Earthquake
The epicenter was located 23 km east of Wik’ro, causing widespread tremors felt across the region. Although categorized as light shaking in some areas, the potential for damage, ranging from light to moderate, was noted.
Effected Areas
- Wik’ro, 23 km from the epicenter, with a population of 64,000 experienced light shaking.
- Shaguby, 14 km away, with 500 residents, likely endured moderate shaking.
- Dolo, 38 km away, and home to 41,400 people, experienced light seismic activity.
- Idaga Hamus, located 51 km away with a population of 25,400, felt the tremors lightly.
- Adigrat, 66 km from the epicenter, also felt light shaking, affecting its 121,800 residents.
- Weak tremors extended to Arerti, approximately 94 km away, impacting its 23,000 citizens.
Seismic Data and Responses
The German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) recorded the earthquake at a magnitude of 5.7, slightly higher than the EMSC reading. Seismologists anticipate possible revisions in the data as they analyze further reports and measurements from various agencies.
| Date | Time (Local) | Magnitude | Depth | Epicenter |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 11, 2025 | 7:18 pm | 5.6 | 10 km | 13.8°N / 39.81°E |
EMSC and other monitoring services continue to update data as new information becomes available. Residents are encouraged to report their experiences, which will contribute to enhancing real-time information about the quake.
