A magnitude 5 earthquake struck central Iran on Friday, near the Natanz area, home to a significant nuclear facility. According to state media, the quake caused no damage to the facility, and Iran’s Nuclear Energy Organization has confirmed that operations at the site remain unaffected.
The earthquake, which occurred in a region with key nuclear infrastructure, raised concerns about potential impacts on the sensitive facility. However, Iran’s nuclear body assured the public that the facility’s integrity was intact and that no disruptions to its activities had been reported.
While the region is known for its nuclear sites, Iranian authorities have emphasized that the infrastructure was built to withstand seismic activity. This latest event underscores the challenges of managing critical sites in seismically active zones.
Further updates are expected as officials monitor the situation, though no immediate actions are deemed necessary at this time.
