Sydney's Southwest Rocked by 3.5 Magnitude Earthquake

A 3.5 magnitude earthquake struck Menangle, a town southwest of Sydney, Australia, at approximately 3 PM on May 27, 2025. The tremor, which was felt across a wide area including Wollongong, Blacktown and Penrith, prompted around 500 calls to emergency services. While there were reports of minor damage such as cracks in walls (as shown in the video from a resident's house), no major injuries or structural damage were reported. One resident commented, "It was a pretty good shake! The whole house rattled." Geologists note that the area has a history of seismic activity, with 17 recorded quakes in the last decade. This event serves as a reminder of the region's geological activity and the importance of preparedness.