A TikTok video claiming to show an earthquake in Addis Ababa in October 2024 is partly false. The video is originally from a 2022 report on an earthquake in Japan, thus misleadingly associated with the recent 2024 event. PesaCheck continues its mission to identify and correct misinformation on social media.
A TikTok post claiming to depict an earthquake in Addis Ababa in October 2024 has been determined to be PARTLY FALSE. The video is misrepresentative as it dates back to 2022 and is not connected to the recent seismic events reported. On October 6, 2024, a low-magnitude earthquake occurred in Addis Ababa at 8:10 p.m., with tremors felt across various locations including Meskel Square and Kazanchis. A reverse image search led to the identification of the video, which originally surfaced on March 16, 2022, as a report concerning a 7.3 magnitude earthquake in Fukushima, Japan. The misattributed video thus does not relate to the claimed event in Addis Ababa and highlights the importance of verifying online content before sharing it. PesaCheck continues to address misinformation present on social media platforms through established partnerships, ensuring accuracy in public discourse.
The increasing prevalence of misinformation on social media platforms necessitates vigilant fact-checking initiatives such as PesaCheck. In this context, a TikTok post purportedly showcasing seismic activity in Addis Ababa was examined. On October 6, 2024, reports indicated that a low-magnitude earthquake was indeed felt in parts of the city, but the misleading video circulating on social media bore no relevance to this incident. It is crucial to understand the origins of content shared online and to scrutinize its authenticity, especially when it concerns significant events like natural disasters.
In conclusion, the video shared on TikTok, which allegedly captured an earthquake in Addis Ababa in 2024, has been verified as PARTLY FALSE. The actual footage originates from a separate incident concerning an earthquake in Japan from 2022. This underscores the necessity of rigorous fact-checking and the responsible sharing of information, especially in light of recent seismic occurrences in Addis Ababa. PesaCheck highlights the ongoing effort to combat misinformation, emphasizing the need for critical evaluation of social media content.
Original Source: pesacheck.org
