Today marks 46 years since the Deadliest Earthquake in Bulgarian History
Today marks the 46th anniversary of the most destructive earthquake in Bulgaria. 109 residents of Svishtov lost their lives
Strong Earthquake Shakes Northern Bulgaria, Epicenter in Romania
Society | April 25, 2009, Saturday // 20:45
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The Geophysics Institute at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences confirmed a 5.3 -point on the Richter scale earthquake in northern Bulgaria Saturday evening. Photo by BGNES
A powerful earthquake has been felt in northern Bulgaria Saturday evening in the areas of the cities of Dobrich, Pleven, Varna.
Residents of many other cities and towns report feeling the shocks.
The Geophysics Institute at the Bulgarian Academy of Sciences confirmed the earthquake.
The magnitude of the earthquake measured 5.3 on the Richter scale.
Expect further details.
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