Wedaj - Hanna Tekle - Jan 2025

Wedaj - Hanna Tekle - Jan 2025.

 "The movement of the molten rock in the ground and the upward pressure continues.  But it can freeze and stay there, erupting above the ground.” – Elias Levi (Dr.)

Earthquakes between the Awash Fantala and Dauphin volcanoes have been reported to be increasing in strength and height. Recently, it has been noticed that it is happening frequently.

Tikvah Ethiopia, what should be done? Director Elias Levi (Dr.) of Geophysics, Space Science and Astronomy Institute of Addis Ababa University has submitted a request.

What did Elias Levi (Dr.) answer?

“We are in the Rift Valley area. Rift valley formation is a natural process. I mean natural. An earthquake is disturbing for a community and for us, the people, when it shakes. 

Where will it lead? He is concerned. But the cause is known and nature is going its own way. The formation of a rift valley is one process. 

And as we mentioned before, the molten rock is moving in the ground. Between the mountains of Fantale and Dauphin. The earthquake we see is the result of that.

The tremors caused by the recent events have traveled underground and we can feel them as far as Addis Ababa. 

Can the amount be increased? As for the question, he may or may not. That is, it can be even higher. 

But what should we do when this happens? It should be known," he explained.

What did Elias (Dr.) say about the precautions that should be taken?

“So far no major earthquakes have occurred. When it was mentioned about what should be done, some people in the media made fun of it. They say, 'Is the table going to save us?'

But this is international experience and standard. Many people have been saved from danger in this way. 

Therefore, it is necessary to stand under the collen area, quickly enter under the table, do not use the elevator, do not try to go down the floor. 

Actions such as turning off objects that could start a fire, such as candles, may seem simple but have saved many lives.