Albania Earthquake Kills 21, Injures 600

Rescue Crews Search for Survivors in Rubble

Powerful 6.4 Magnitude Temblor Strikes Near Tirana

At least 21 people have died and 600 people have been injured after a powerful earthquake struck Albania on Tuesday, November 26, 2019.

The earthquake, which had a magnitude of 6.4, struck near the capital Tirana at 3:54 a.m. local time. The temblor killed more than two dozen people and injured hundreds.

Rescue crews with excavators are searching for survivors trapped in the rubble of collapsed buildings. The earthquake has caused widespread damage to buildings and infrastructure in Albania.

The Albanian government has declared a state of emergency and is asking for international assistance. The United States and other countries have offered to send aid to Albania in the wake of the devastating earthquake.

Conclusion:

The earthquake in Albania is a reminder of the fragility of life and the importance of being prepared for natural disasters. The death and destruction caused by this earthquake is heartbreaking, but the response of the Albanian people and the international community has been inspiring.