A magnitude 3.5 earthquake was felt in the north of the country, and warning systems were activated for the first time

Yoav Itiel

15/02/2022

Tuesday, 15 February 2022, 20:59 Updated: 21:17

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Earthquake was felt in the north (Photo: AP)

A magnitude 3.5 earthquake was felt tonight (Tuesday) in the northern region.

According to the Seismological Institute, the epicenter was 15 kilometers northeast of Beit She'an.

No damage or injuries were reported as a result of the quake.

For the first time an earthquake warning system was activated and alarms were activated.

Residents in the area, in Afula and Tiberias reported that the quake was stronger than the quakes that preceded it in recent times.

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