Jendouba: 3.5-Magnitude Earthquake Recorded in Beni M’tir Felt by Residents

Written by: Adel Khelifi on October 26, 2026

The National Institute of Meteorology (INM) announced that a seismic tremor with a magnitude of 3.5 on the Richter scale was recorded on Monday, October 26, 2026, at 11:02 a.m. (local time), in the governorate of Jendouba.

According to the initial analyses from INM’s seismic stations, the epicenter of this tremor was located at 36.83 degrees north latitude and 8.85 degrees east longitude, northeast of the town of Beni M’tir, in the governorate of Jendouba.

The tremor was felt by inhabitants of the region, the Institute notes.

Since the beginning of October 2026, seven seismic tremors have been recorded in Tunisia.

Adel Khelifi

Adel Khelifi

My name is Adel Khelifi, and I’m a journalist based in Tunis with a passion for telling local stories to a global audience. I cover current affairs, culture, and social issues with a focus on clarity and context. I believe journalism should connect people, not just inform them.