Magnitude 4.2 Earthquake Strikes Granada, Spain, Injuring Three and Damaging Alhambra

A 4.2 magnitude earthquake hit Granada, Spain, on Saturday evening, resulting in injuries to three people and causing structural damage across the city. Emergency services reported that a further six aftershocks, with magnitudes up to 3.3, followed the initial tremor.

The earthquake’s epicentre was identified near Santa Fe, approximately 10km west of Granada. Local authorities confirmed three individuals sustained minor injuries, predominantly panic attacks and scrapes.

Significant damage has been reported, with at least 15 buildings exhibiting cracks and other structural issues. Videos posted by residents show extensive debris in streets, including fallen masonry and damaged vehicles. The world-renowned Alhambra palace, a UNESCO World Heritage site, has been temporarily closed to the public while engineers conduct thorough inspections of its ancient structures for potential harm.

Emergency services received over 250 calls for assistance immediately after the quake. Residents in parts of Andalusia and Murcia also felt the tremor, with reports indicating it was perceptible as far as Seville. This event follows a series of tremors that have affected the Granada region since December 2020, prompting ongoing geological monitoring.