In a seismic event that sent mild tremors through the national capital, Delhi-NCR was jolted by a minor earthquake measuring 2.6 on the Richter scale on Saturday. The National Center for Seismology promptly reported the incident on social media, providing key details: the quake occurred on 11-11-2023 at 15:36:53 IST, with its epicenter located in North District, Delhi, India, at a depth of 10 kilometers (Lat: 28.80, Long: 77.20).
This seismic episode follows closely on the heels of heightened seismic activity in the region. Just last week, a magnitude 5.6 earthquake rattled Nepal, with its tremors being distinctly felt across the Delhi-National Capital Region. The seismic unrest was particularly concerning as it followed a more devastating earthquake measuring 6.4 in Nepal, claiming 153 lives and leaving 160 injured—the most severe seismic event since 2015.
The November 3 earthquake in Nepal had its epicenter at a depth of ten kilometers, prompting citizens in Delhi-NCR to hastily evacuate buildings as the tremors reverberated through the structures. The unsettling trend continued on November 7 when three earthquakes, each exceeding a magnitude of 4, struck western Nepal’s Jajarkot. The aftershocks left 16 people injured, with ten casualties reported in Rukum West and six in Jajarkot.
These recent seismic activities in the region raise concerns about the susceptibility of the Indian subcontinent to earthquakes and the preparedness of urban centers like Delhi-NCR to handle such events. The National Center for Seismology is expected to closely monitor the situation, and residents are urged to stay vigilant and adhere to safety protocols in the event of future seismic disturbances.
As authorities work to assess the impact of these earthquakes and fortify infrastructure against potential aftershocks, the need for robust disaster management strategies becomes increasingly apparent. The recent series of seismic events serves as a stark reminder of the seismic vulnerability of the region and the imperative of prioritizing measures to ensure the safety and well-being of the population.
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