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5.1-magnitude quake in Syria felt in Lebanon, Israel

Israelis reported feeling the quake as far south as Beersheva.

Earthquake in Homs, Syria
The epicenter of an earthquake near Homs, Syria, on Aug. 12, 2024. Source: European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre.

A 5.1-magnitude earthquake on Monday centered near Homs in central Syria was felt in Lebanon and Israel.

The quake hit at 11:56 p.m. local time, shaking Beirut and reaching as far south as Beersheva.

Its epicenter was 21 kilometers (13 miles) east of Homs, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre. It took place at a depth of 10 kilometers (6.2 miles).

There were reports of collapsed houses near the epicenter but no reports of injuries.

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