Roni Hopshtedder, of the Israel Seismological Institute, reported an earthquake was felt around Israel at 6:35AM on Tuesday morning, with the epicenter pointing to the central Mediterranean area. The quake measured 6.8 on the Richter Scale. There were no reports of damage or injuries.

There have been numerous earthquakes felt in Israel during recent weeks, with experts urging National Infrastructure Ministry and other government officials to take immediate action to prepare for a major quake, which they predict is an unavoidable reality.

According to tests conducted around the country, the nation is ill-equipped for such an eventuality.

(Yechiel Spira – YWN Israel)