M4.9 earthquake in Vrancea zone felt in Moldova, no damage reported

A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck the Vrancea Seismic Zone in Romania on October 19, 2026, at 11:52 local time, 13 km from Râmnicu Sărat, and was felt in Moldova. The event is routine for this seismically active region; no damage or casualties have been reported. The moderate magnitude and typical location suggest limited impact, but monitoring continues for aftershocks.