🌍 Ahmed El Awady's Humorous Reaction Goes Viral
Egyptian actor Ahmed El Awady joined millions of Egyptians reacting to the earthquake that was felt across Cairo, Giza, and several other governorates.
Posting on his official Facebook account, El Awady wrote:
"An earthquake... What a disaster!" 😂
His humorous remark quickly spread across social media, attracting thousands of comments from followers who shared their own experiences during the tremor. While some described feeling the shaking clearly, others joked that they slept through the event, making the earthquake one of the day's most talked-about topics online.
📍 Official Details of the Earthquake
The National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics (NRIAG) announced that Egypt's National Seismic Network recorded an earthquake on Monday, August 3, 2026.
According to the institute, the earthquake occurred at 3:00:29 PM Cairo local time and registered 5.2 on the Richter scale. The tremor was felt by residents across Cairo and several neighboring governorates.
📌 Technical Information
🔹 Location: 61 kilometers northeast of Sharm El-Sheikh.
🔹 Also recorded approximately 38 kilometers from Suez.
🔹 Latitude: 30.30° North.
🔹 Longitude: 32.61° East.
🔹 Depth: 10 kilometers.
Officials explained that the earthquake's depth contributed to it being felt across a relatively wide geographical area.
🚑 Ministry of Health Activates Emergency Plan
Following the earthquake, Minister of Health and Population Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar ordered the immediate activation of Egypt's national health emergency plan.
The Ministry also instructed the Central Crisis and Emergency Operations Room to remain in continuous coordination with emergency departments across all governorates to closely monitor developments.
Emergency measures included:
✅ Raising preparedness levels at emergency departments and intensive care units.
✅ Ensuring the readiness of the Egyptian Ambulance Authority and rapid response teams.
✅ Verifying adequate supplies of medicines, medical equipment, oxygen, and blood reserves.
Health authorities confirmed that hospitals nationwide remain fully prepared to respond to any emergency situation if necessary.
🏥 No Casualties or Major Damage Reported
Dr. Bassem Nabawy, Chairman of the National Research Institute of Astronomy and Geophysics, stated that no reports of casualties or significant property damage had been received following the earthquake.
The Ministry of Health also confirmed that no earthquake-related injuries had been reported at the time of its official statement, emphasizing that the overall public health situation remains stable.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation around the clock in coordination with relevant government agencies.
📱 Social Media Flooded with Reactions
The earthquake quickly became one of Egypt's top trending topics, with thousands of users sharing their personal experiences across Facebook and other social media platforms.
Ahmed El Awady's humorous post was widely shared, joining similar reactions from celebrities and public figures who commented on the unexpected tremor.
Many social media users appreciated the lighthearted approach, saying it reflected the reactions of countless Egyptians who were surprised by the earthquake but later chose to joke about the experience online.
⚠️ Authorities Urge Citizens to Follow Official Information
The Ministry of Health urged citizens to rely exclusively on official government announcements and avoid spreading rumors or unverified information circulating on social media.
Officials also reminded the public that emergency hotlines 105, 137, and 123 remain available for anyone requiring urgent medical assistance.
Authorities stressed that the situation remains under control, with no confirmed injuries or major damage reported, while continuous monitoring efforts remain in place to ensure public safety and respond promptly to any developments. ✨
