A powerful earthquake struck the Western Australian city of Perth late last night, causing widespread damage and multiple injuries. According to the Australian Bureau of Meteorology, the earthquake had a magnitude of 6.5 and occurred at approximately 10:45 pm local time, roughly 20 kilometers southwest of Perth’s city center.
The earthquake was reportedly felt as far north as the city of Geraldton and as far south as Bunbury, with residents in multiple suburbs reporting damage to homes and businesses. Emergency services were quickly dispatched to the scene, with multiple ambulances and rescue teams responding to reports of people trapped beneath debris. As of early this morning, multiple injuries have been reported, although no fatalities have been confirmed.
The cause of the earthquake is still unknown, although seismologists have indicated that it may be related to a previously unidentified fault line in the region. Further investigations are ongoing, with officials urging residents to remain calm and to follow evacuation orders if necessary. The city’s major hospitals have been placed on high alert, with staff and resources being mobilized to deal with any potential influx of patients.