5.6-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Iceland, No Injuries Reported

5.6-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Iceland, No Injuries Reported
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REYKJAVIK, Iceland—A 5.6-magnitude earthquake hit southwest Iceland on Tuesday, shaking buildings in the capital, Reykjavik. There were no immediate reports of injuries.

The Icelandic Meteorological Office said the quake struck at 1:43 p.m. (1343GMT) and was centered near Krysuvik, about 35 kilometers (22 miles) south of Reykjavik.