“This is a natural occurrence and therefore difficult to predict. The Authority is committed to continue to monitor the event and inform the public appropriately to ensure public safety and reduce the risk. Education and sensitization of the public on awareness and response during earthquakes is important and is currently being done by the Authority. The public is urged to remain calm and carry out normal activities“said the authorities in a statement.
The earthquake had a magnitude of 2.8 on the Richter scale, the Ghana Geological Survey Agency (GGSA) said in a statement.
“The tremor was slightly felt in High Street, Ridge and some parts of Accra Central“said the Authority.
The authority in a statement signed by the Acting Director General, Isaac Kuuwan Mwinbelle said it will educate and sensitize the public on awareness and response during earthquakes.
Ghana last experienced an earthquake on December 17, 2022, around 7:30 p.m.