An earthquake with a magnitude of 3.4 on the Richter scale occurred in the Chlef province of Algeria on the morning of Monday, 9 November 2026. The Center for Research in Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics recorded the seismic event at 10:44 AM.
The seismic activity was officially documented by the Center for Research in Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics (CRAAG). According to the technical report provided by the agency, the earthquake with a magnitude of 3.4 on the Richter scale was recorded in the Chlef province on the morning of Monday, November 9, 2026. The agency confirmed that the earthquake occurred at 10:44 AM.
Epicenter and Seismic Data
Seismic monitors identified the epicenter of the earthquake 7 kilometers southeast of El Marsa in the Chlef province. This location places the origin of the tremors within the northern coastal area of Algeria. The epicenter of the earthquake was located 7 kilometers southeast of El Marsa in the Chlef province, as determined by the specialized monitoring equipment managed by the Center for Research in Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics (CRAAG).
Officials at the Center for Research in Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics (CRAAG) reported these seismic readings. The agency maintains responsibility for tracking tectonic activity throughout the territory and provided the specific coordinates for this event. As the primary authority for seismic monitoring, the Center for Research in Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics (CRAAG) ensures the accuracy of data regarding tremors affecting the Chlef province and the surrounding coastal regions.
The data was reported by the Center for Research in Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics (CRAAG) following the analysis of the seismic waves detected at the station. By calculating the distance and depth of the event, the agency confirmed that the epicenter of the earthquake was located 7 kilometers southeast of El Marsa in the Chlef province. This specific measurement is part of the ongoing surveillance of the geological conditions in the northern territory of Algeria.
The documentation process followed by the Center for Research in Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics (CRAAG) involves the cross-referencing of sensor data collected from the network of stations positioned throughout the province. The record shows that the earthquake occurred at 10:44 AM, providing a precise timestamp for the event. The official confirmation from the Center for Research in Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics (CRAAG) serves as the definitive source for the magnitude and location of the tremors.
The earthquake with a magnitude of 3.4 on the Richter scale was recorded in the Chlef province on the morning of Monday, November 9, 2026, marking a notable seismic incident for the region. The Center for Research in Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics (CRAAG) continues to monitor the area for any further tectonic developments, ensuring that the public and relevant authorities receive the data reported by the Center for Research in Astronomy, Astrophysics and Geophysics (CRAAG) in a timely manner.
