Earthquake. Photo: SHUTTERSTOCK Cyprus, Israel feel back-to-back earthquakes. An earthquake measuring 5.2 struck today, November 12, 2025, at 11:31 in Cyprus and Israel.
At 16:40, another earthquake was reported in the area, this time with a magnitude of 5.3.
Residents in the region received mobile phone alerts moments before the second afternoon tremor. The notice reminded them to be cautious of aftershocks following the initial tremor, to wear shoes, ensure there is no smell of cooking gas at home, and turn it off or evacuate if there is, and to evacuate if the building appears damaged or unsafe.
Susanna, a resident of Limassol, told PassportNews: "This morning it was not particularly noticeable, but there was concern about another stronger quake because there were weak aftershocks throughout the day. However, we didn’t expect to feel this evening's quake with such intensity. In the morning, there was no damage at all, but now things have truly fallen to the floor. Other residents and I are considering packing a bag and moving away from the Limassol and Paphos area for at least the night, so if a stronger quake occurs, we won’t be in the area".
The earthquake was also felt in the Ma'ale Adumim area.
At 11:31, the European Seismological Center reported that the earthquake's epicenter was in Cyprus, a few kilometers east of Paphos, and a few dozen kilometers west of Limassol.
The quake was only about 10 kilometers deep beneath the sea, making it very noticeable. According to Cypriot media, the quake was felt throughout the country, including Nicosia, the capital city.
The Israeli Seismological Institute confirms that the tremor was also felt in Israel. Residents in the northern region reported to the media that they felt the tremor distinctly.
Cypriot media reported that several office buildings in Nicosia were evacuated as part of an earthquake protocol, but no injuries have been reported.
The seismological institute notes that this is "an excellent time to remember that an emergency can arrive without any warning and to refine procedures:
During an earthquake, "an open space is the safest," otherwise, the priority when staying in a building is:
1. If you can exit the building quickly, go to an open space.
2. If you can’t leave the building, go into the safe room and leave the door open.
3. If there is no safe room, proceed to the staircase and, if possible, continue to exit the building.
4. If you can't do so, take cover under heavy furniture, or sit on the floor close to the inner wall.
5. If in a car, pull over and stay in the vehicle. Outside the car, move away from buildings and poles.