Rescue Operations Underway Following Deadly Earthquake In Albania

A 6.4 magnitude earthquake struck near Tirana, Albania, causing significant damage and casualties. The quake, reported as shallow by the US Geological Survey, resulted in over a dozen deaths and hundreds of injuries. Rescue operations have saved at least 28 people. Albania, located on multiple fault lines, is prone to seismic activity, but this is the most powerful quake since 1979. Italy, Greece, the US, and the EU are assisting in recovery efforts.

What was the magnitude of the earthquake that struck near Tirana, Albania?

• 8.4

• 5.4

• 7.4

• 6.4

How deep below the surface did the earthquake occur?

• 8 miles

• 15 miles

• 5 miles

• 12 miles

Approximately how many people were rescued from the rubble after the earthquake?

• 48

• 38

• 18

• 28

Which countries are assisting Albania with recovery operations?

• Spain and Portugal

• Italy and Greece

• Turkey and Bulgaria

• France and Germany

When was the last time Albania experienced an earthquake as powerful as the recent one?

• 1999

• 1969

• 1979

• 1989