Magnitude 4.8 earthquake hits Victoria with tremors felt across Melbourne
A 4.8‑meter earthquake struck Victoria, Australia, near Leongatha, about 130 km southeast of Melbourne, around 2 a.m. Residents reported their homes shaking, and the tremor was felt across Melbourne and surrounding areas. No injuries or damage were reported. Authorities monitored the event and advised residents to secure loose objects and remain alert for aftershocks. Seismologists said the quake was shallow and unlikely to damage.