A powerful earthquake of magnitude 5.1 struck the Bay of Bengal region on Sunday, sending tremors across several parts of West Bengal, including Kolkata. The tremors were reported to have lasted for a few seconds, creating panic among locals but there have been no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage.
The earthquake’s epicentre was located in the Bay of Bengal, and the tremors were felt in coastal areas, including Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal. Witnesses described the experience as sudden and intense, with buildings swaying and residents rushing to safety. Authorities have assured that efforts are being made to assess the situation and provide updates as necessary.
The quake was detected by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) at around midday. While the region has experienced seismic activity in the past, experts have stressed the importance of maintaining vigilance, especially as the area is known for its susceptibility to such events. The NCS also pointed out that there is no immediate threat of a tsunami following the earthquake.
Although tremors were felt across multiple locations, including Howrah, Hooghly, and South 24 Parganas, there were no reports of structural damage or injuries as of now. Local authorities are continuing to monitor the situation and provide real-time updates to residents.
Seismologists have reminded the public to stay alert for aftershocks and to follow safety precautions during any future seismic events.A powerful earthquake of magnitude 5.1 struck the Bay of Bengal region on Sunday, sending tremors across several parts of West Bengal, including Kolkata. The tremors were reported to have lasted for a few seconds, creating panic among locals but there have been no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage.
The earthquake’s epicentre was located in the Bay of Bengal, and the tremors were felt in coastal areas, including Kolkata, the capital of West Bengal. Witnesses described the experience as sudden and intense, with buildings swaying and residents rushing to safety. Authorities have assured that efforts are being made to assess the situation and provide updates as necessary.
The quake was detected by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) at around midday. While the region has experienced seismic activity in the past, experts have stressed the importance of maintaining vigilance, especially as the area is known for its susceptibility to such events. The NCS also pointed out that there is no immediate threat of a tsunami following the earthquake.
Although tremors were felt across multiple locations, including Howrah, Hooghly, and South 24 Parganas, there were no reports of structural damage or injuries as of now. Local authorities are continuing to monitor the situation and provide real-time updates to residents.
Seismologists have reminded the public to stay alert for aftershocks and to follow safety precautions during any future seismic events.
