2 earthquakes hit South Korea; no reports of serious damage

September 12, 2016 20:24

Two strong earthquakes jolted an historic city in southeastern South Korea today, but there were no reports of serious injuries or damage, officials said.

The Korea Meteorological Administration said the quakes measured magnitude 5.1 and 5.8 and were centered near Gyeongju city. It said the magnitude-5.8 quake was the largest ever recorded in South Korea.

Local television showed children hiding under a dinner table and goods falling off the shelves at a supermarket. Officials said two people received minor injuries, but gave no further details.

The Yonhap news agency said minor cracks appeared in some buildings, but no major damage was reported.

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