6.7 magnitude earthquake strikes near Western Cape coast | News24


A significant earthquake with a magnitude of 6.7 on the Richter scale struck the Indian Ocean near the southern coast of the Western Cape.

Photo: United States Geological Survey

A significant earthquake with a magnitude of 6.7 on the Richter scale struck the Indian Ocean near the southern coast of the Western Cape early on Wednesday, July 10, 2024, at 06:55, as reported by the United States Geological Survey.

According to Volcano Discovery, the earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 km, making its impact strongly felt by individuals near the epicenter.

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