New earthquake of 3.6 felt in São Miguel

A 3.6 magnitude earthquake occurred on São Miguel Island, reported by the Azores Seismovulcanic Information and Surveillance Center (CIVISA). The quake struck at 19:28 local time, with its epicenter located approximately 38 kilometers west of Ginetes, Ponta Delgada. This follows a stronger quake of magnitude 5.2 recorded on October 20, which also caused no injuries or damage. The recent tremor was felt with a maximum intensity of III/IV on the Modified Mercalli scale, particularly in Candelária, Ponta Delgada. The Modified Mercalli scale describes intensity levels, with IV indicating moderate shaking, while III is considered weak.