March 30, 2010 9:12 PM

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Earthquake measuring 3.2 on Richter scale recorded in Melbourne

An earthquake measuring 3.2 on the Richter scale has been recorded in Melbourne. The tremor, which struck Port Phillip Bay, was felt across south-eastern suburbs just after 7:00 pm local time. <br/><br/>An official of the Environmental Systems and Services said it is unusual for an earthquake to hit so close to the city. He said the depth was probably about 10 kilometres beneath the surface.<br/>

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