Three light earthquakes were recorded in Andalusia during the night into Saturday. According to the Instituto Geográfico Nacional the tremors occurred in parts of the provinces from midnight on 29 August. Jaén and Granada The strongest earthquake struck at 02:40 local time, north of Huelma (Jaén), measuring 3.0 mbLg, with a very shallow depth of 0.0 kilometres. At 02:53, an earthquake measuring 2.4 mbLg followed south-east of Torres (Jaén), at a depth of around one kilometre. At about 08:57, a further event measuring 2.3 mbLg was recorded north-west of Churriana de la Vega (Granada); according to the authorities, it was felt lightly in Granada.
The latest tremors are linked to a series observed since 14 August in the Granada metropolitan area, originating around Alhendín. Stronger earthquakes had already occurred during the sequence, including two events of magnitude 4.8 on the moment magnitude scale, in the early hours of 15 August and on the morning of 18 August. Since then, monitoring networks have repeatedly recorded weaker earthquakes, with epicentres shifting around the area. Experts note that shallow depths and close timing are typical of swarm activity; developments in the short term are difficult to predict in such periods.
By the time of publication, there had been no reports of injuries or significant property damage resulting from Saturday’s three light earthquakes. No public warnings or evacuation orders were issued. The Instituto Geográfico Nacional’s event lists are updated continuously; the times and magnitudes match those reported by regional news agencies.
Background: The area around Granada and parts of Jaén province are among Spain’s more seismically active regions. Recurring sequences of numerous small earthquakes have been documented there historically. Such sequences can last for days or weeks and are most noticeable to the public when individual tremors are very shallow or reach magnitudes above about 3. Authorities generally advise people to follow official guidance, secure loose objects indoors and check carefully for structural damage after perceptible earthquakes, while avoiding unnecessary risks.
Based on the information currently available, the three earthquakes recorded on Saturday remained localised and had no serious consequences. Seismological services are closely monitoring the further development of the sequence around Alhendín.
Editor: Mira Cadena (Article created with AI assistance).