A 4.0-magnitude earthquake originating from 5 km beneath the earth's surface at Jheel Park in Dhaula Kuan caused a 25-year-old tree to uproot in Delhi. While authorities have stated that there is no cause for concern, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has urged people to stay calm and follow safety precautions, including being alert for possible aftershocks. This event serves as a reminder for the importance of being prepared for natural disasters.
The recent earthquake in Delhi, with a magnitude of 4.0, has caused panic among residents of the National Capital Region. Experts have explained that the epicentre being in Delhi itself is the reason for the strong tremors felt. They have also emphasized the importance of taking safety precautions and following guidelines from NDMA and BMTPC, such as exiting small buildings and taking cover in larger ones.
Delhi was sent into a frenzy on Monday morning when a 4.0 magnitude earthquake rattled the city. The epicentre of the quake was near Durgabai Deshmukh College of Special Education in Jheel Park, Dhaula Khan. No casualties were reported, but residents were left shaken by the force of the tremors, with some witnessing uprooted trees and damage to properties. The National Centre for Seismology is actively monitoring the situation in Delhi-NCR, which is known to be part of an active seismic zone.
On Thursday, Delhi was hit by an earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1, also felt in neighboring states in India and neighboring country Pakistan. The National Center for Seismology traced the epicenter near Afghanistan and the tremors were felt at 2:50 p.m. The incident, while alarming, also sparked humorous reactions on social media, particularly on the micro-blogging site 'X' with users sharing memes and treating the earthquake as a common occurrence for Delhi residents.
A 6.0 magnitude earthquake was felt in Delhi and surrounding regions on Thursday afternoon. The earthquake originated in Afghanistan's Hindu Kush region and was 213 kilometers deep. Pakistan also experienced tremors in various provinces and major cities like Peshawar, Lahore, and Islamabad.
A 6.1-magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan on January 11, 2024, triggering tremors in parts of Northern India, including Delhi and Pakistan. The epicentre was located 241 kilometres northeast of Kabul, with a depth of 220 kilometres. Initial reports indicate no casualties or injuries, but the tremors caused panic and shook buildings and furniture in the affected areas. Earthquakes are common in Afghanistan due to the collision of the Arabian and Eurasian tectonic plates.
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 6.1 struck Afghanistan on Thursday, leading to tremors being felt in other parts of the region such as Jammu and Kashmir and Delhi. The quake was reported to occur at a depth of 220 km and struck at a depth of 206.6 km near Jurm in Afghanistan. Residents in these areas are advised to stay vigilant and follow safety precautions.
An earthquake of magnitude 6.2 struck New Delhi, India causing widespread panic and damage. Several buildings were damaged in the tremor, with reports of injuries. The epicenter was located approximately 15 kilometers northeast of the city, and tremors were felt as far as 200 kilometers away. Authorities have issued a warning, urging residents to remain indoors and follow safety protocols.