Australia’s Melbourne trembled by earthquake, many buildings damaged, people ran on the streets

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Australia's Melbourne trembled by earthquake

Melbourne: A 5.8-magnitude earthquake was felt in Melbourne, Australia on Wednesday. Geology Australia reported that the epicenter of the quake was at a depth of 10 kilometers (6 mi) near the city of Mansfield, northeast of Australia’s second-most populous city. The media also showed some pictures of the damage on Chapel Street in the inner suburb of South Yarra.

Mansfield Mayor Mark Holcombe said he had received no reports of any damage in the city. Australian Prime Minister Scott Morrison said there were no reports of any serious injuries.

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