The Ethiopian Disaster Risk Management Council has announced today that more than 58,000 citizens in Afar and Oromia regions are relocated to temporary shelters due the risk of earthquakes and being provided with the necessary provisions.
The council convened an emergency meeting to address the looming risk of earthquake that has been impacting two districts in Afar and one district in the Oromia region of Ethiopia.
A scientific analysis presented by experts during the emergency meeting indicates that the seismic activities occurring in Ethiopia are primarily associated with the formation of the Rift Valley.
The experts noted that, to date, these earthquakes have not prompted volcanic eruptions; however, there have been instances of underground smoke and hot water.
Chairman of the Council, Deputy Prime Minister Temesgen Tiruneh, has stated that since September 2024, the potential risks associated with earthquakes and tremors in regions of the Rift Valley—particularly in the Oromia Fentale, Awash Fentale, and Dulesa districts—necessitate focused attention and appropriate measures.
He stressed the need for appropriate measures so that the incident, especially in terms of geographical scope, frequency and scale, does not cause more damage. (FMC)
