Magnitude 5.0 earthquake jolts Iran’s Isfahan province

A magnitude 5.0 earthquake rattled the city of Natanz in Iran’s central Isfahan province on Friday morning, raising concerns in a region known for its nuclear facilities.
The Seismology Center of Tehran University reported that the tremor struck at 10:23 a.m. local time, with its epicenter pinpointed in Natanz and a depth of 10 kilometers (6.2 miles).
Details on casualties or structural damage remain scarce as authorities have yet to issue an official statement. Emergency response teams are actively monitoring the situation and conducting assessments to determine the quake’s impact on the area, according to local reports.
Natanz, a strategically significant city, is home to key nuclear installations, including Iran’s main uranium enrichment plant. However, no immediate reports have emerged suggesting disruptions to critical infrastructure. Officials are expected to provide further updates as evaluations progress.
The earthquake serves as a reminder of Iran’s position along active seismic fault lines, with the Natanz region occasionally experiencing moderate tremors. Residents and authorities alike await more information as the situation unfolds. (ILKHA)
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