ALGIERS (Reuters) – A magnitude 5.5 earthquake hit southeast of the Algerian capital on Friday, shaking building and sending panicked families rushing in the streets in Algiers and nearby towns, witnesses and officials said.
The United States Geological Survey said the quake had struck nine miles (14 km) southeast of Algiers and its epicentre was recorded at a relatively shallow depth of 6.2 miles.
There were no immediate reports of damage, according to Algerian state television. An emergency services spokesman said five people had been injured during a panicked rush to get out of buildings.
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