Earthquake reported in Romania, with early accounts differing on magnitude

A moderate earthquake was reported in Romania on Monday morning, October 19.

Two accounts put its magnitude at 4.8, while another headline gave 4.3, so early figures differ.

One account placed the quake near Buzău, about 50 kilometres northwest of the city; another described it as being in Bucharest.

The reported depth also differed, at 120.5 kilometres in one account and about 130 kilometres in another.

No deaths or property damage had been officially reported in the accounts available.

Authorities had not shared details on injuries or damage, and updates from the region were being monitored.