The 5.3-magnitude Telangana earthquake that strikes Mulugu is felt in Hyderabad and Andhra Pradesh.
According to the National Center for Seismology, a 5.3-magnitude earthquake occurred Wednesday morning in Telangana’s Mulugu district, with vibrations also being felt in Hyderabad and some areas of Andhra Pradesh. When the earthquake struck at 7:27 AM, locals became terrified.
After the earthquake, there were no immediate reports of serious damage or injuries. While experts have recommended locals to remain vigilant and steer clear of crowded or dangerous structures during tremors, authorities are currently evaluating the situation.
The following was posted on X by the National Center for Seismology: “EQ of M: 5.3, On: 04/12/2024 07:27:02 IST, Lat: 18.44 N, Long: 80.24 E, Depth: 40 Km, Location: Mulugu, Telangana.”
This earthquake was an uncommon occurrence for Telangana, a state that rarely sees substantial seismic activity.
Zone II, Zone III, Zone IV, and Zone V are the four seismic zones that make up India. Seismological activity varies from Zone II to Zone V. Telangana is located in the low-intensity Zone II. Across all states, about 59% of India’s landmass is susceptible to earthquakes of various magnitudes. Zone V accounts for 11%, Zone IV for 18%, and Zone III for 30%.
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On the evening of November 30, Karbi Anglong in Assam was rocked by an earthquake of magnitude 2.9. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reports that the tremor happened at approximately 2:40 AM and that its epicenter was 25 kilometers deep in the Karbi Anglong region.
A 5.8-magnitude earthquake strikes Jammu & Kashmir.
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