Spain tourist destination hit by 5 magnitude earthquake in the dead of night leaving roads cracked and buildings shuddering
The earthquake, with a magnitude of 5, hit the metropolitan area of Alhendin just after 1am local time, around 11pm in the UK.
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Key Facts
- Primary source: Daily Mail
- Published: Aug 15, 2026, 9:56 AM UTC
- Coverage area: Disasters & Weather
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- Source published: Aug 15, 2026, 9:56 AM UTC
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