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The most recent tremor was recorded in the state on Sunday, which had a 4.5 intensity with its epicentre in Tehri. Wadia Institute has installed 15 machines to estimate the earthquakes across Uttarakhand, along with 55 others across northwest Himalayas to gauge the seismic activities in the world's youngest and extremely fragile mountains -- the Himalayas. The quakes are a result of the accumulated strain energy along the Himalayas. Experts say that maximum thrust and tremors are observed in and around the Main Centre Thrust (MCT) in the state. ‘Earthquake-resilient works, awareness and preparedness are key’ A large-to-great-intensity earthquake is pending in the Central Seismic Gap (CSG). The best we can do is to be prepared, conduct mock drills and have earthquakeproof construction activities to minimise any casualties,” said Ajay Paul, senior scientist at WIHG. “Japan is an example of a country ravaged by multiple tremors, yet there are fewer casualties. Therefore, adhering to earthquake-resilient works, awareness and preparedness are key to have minimal impact,” added Paul. After the Kangra earthquake of 1905 and Bihar-Nepal earthquake of 1934, an earthquake of magnitude ranging between 6 to 7, which is categorised as ‘large’, or above 8, which is termed as ‘great’, is pending across CSG. As Uttarakhand, which lies within the CSG, is seeing rampant construction of roads, rail and hydel plants, many are fearful whether the fragile geology of the landscape and the presen...

By India Today Web Desk: Earthquake tremors measuring 3.6 on the Richter scale were felt in Uttarakhand’s Uttarkashi district on Saturday morning, the National Center for Seismology said. The earthquake took place around 3.15 am and was located 10 kilometres beneath the surface of the earth. The epicentre was 58 km North West of Uttarkashi. Earthquake of Magnitude:3.6, Occurred on 05-02-2022, 03:15:59 IST, Lat: 31.14 & Long: 78.06, Depth: 10 Km ,Location: 58km NW of Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, India for more information download the BhooKamp App

Residents of Delhi NCR were left in a state of panic as a 6.6 magnitude earthquake hit Afghanistan on Tuesday, sending strong tremors in parts of India. The tremors felt in India were of around 4.2 magnitudes, while the tremors in Pakistan were also very strong. Now, an older prediction of the National Geophysical Research Institute (NGRI) has come forward where scientists have claimed that a strong earthquake is bound to hit India soon, with the epicenter likely to fall in the Himalayan region. While speaking to ANI last month, NGRI's chief scientist Dr N Purnachandra Rao said that due to the movement of the tectonic plates, there is a lot of stress built up in the Himalayan region, which might cause a massive earthquake, which can be of over 7 magnitude. The earthquake expert said, “We have a strong network of 18 seismograph stations in Uttarakhand. The region referred to as the seismic gap between Himachal and the western part of Nepal including Uttarakhand is prone to earthquakes that might occur at any time.” Dr Rao also said that the Indian plate is moving by around 5 cm per year, increasing stress along the Himalayas and increasing the possibility of a higher-intensity earthquake hitting India soon, with Himachal or Uttarakhand, possibly Nepal, being the epicenter. The NGRI said that there is a possibility that the magnitude of this earthquake can be as high as 8 on the Richter scale, which can cause a lot of damage, and is higher than the magnitude of the Turkey-Sy...

Major Earthquakes Likely To Hit Himachal, Uttarakhand Soon: Top Scientist Dr N Purnachandra Rao, the chief scientist and seismologist at National Geophysical Research Institute (NGRI), said, "The Indian plate is moving about 5 cm every year, resulting in the accumulation of stress along the Himalayas and raising the possibility of major earthquakes." Hyderabad: A leading weather scientist and geological expert has warned that the Indian tectonic plate is moving about 5 cm every year, leading to accumulation of stress along the Himalayas and increasing the possibility of major seismic events -- earthquakes -- in the coming days. Speaking to ANI on Tuesday, Dr N Purnachandra Rao, the chief scientist and seismologist at the Hyderabad-based National Geophysical Research Institute (NGRI), said, "The Earth's surface comprises various plates that are constantly in motion. The Indian plate is moving about 5 cm every year, resulting in the accumulation of stress along the Himalayas and raising the possibility of major earthquakes." "We have a strong network of 18 seismograph stations in Uttarakhand. The region, referred to as the seismic gap between Himachal and the western part of Nepal, including Uttarakhand, is prone to earthquakes that might occur any time," the chief scientist added.

Tue, 10 Aug 2021, 08:48 08:48 AM|BY: EARTHQUAKEMONITOR We are receiving unverified early reports of seismic activity in or near Dehradun, Uttarakhand, India on 10 Aug 2021 (GMT) at approximately 08:21. There are no details yet on the magnitude or depth of this earthquake. We expect more accurate data to emerge in the next few minutes. The location and magnitude mentioned are indicative and temporary until the AllQuakes monitoring service receives more exact scientific data from a national or international seismological agency. Check back here shortly and stay safe. The Institute of Geophysics of the National Polytechnic School in Quito (IGEPN) reported a magnitude 4.5 quake in Ecuador near Caracas, Cantón Sucre, Provincia de Manabi, only 8 minutes ago. The earthquake hit early morning on Tuesday 10 August 2021 at 1:54 am local time at a very shallow depth of 5 km. The exact magnitude, epicenter, and depth of the quake might be revised within the next few hours or minutes as seismologists review data and refine their calculations, or as other agencies issue their report. ... A magnitude 3.7 earthquake near Willow Springs, Mitchell County, Kansas, USA, was reported only 19 minutes ago by the United States Geological Survey, considered the key international and national agency that monitors seismic activity in the US. The earthquake occurred at a very shallow depth of 3.1 miles beneath the epicenter early afternoon on Monday 9 August 2021 at 2:29 pm local time. The exact magn...

High Probability Of A Major Earthquake In Uttarakhand: Scientists Scientists participating in the event were unanimous in their view about the high possibility of a devastating earthquake in Uttarakhand, where the last major tremor occurred at least 600 years ago, and asked the state government to work towards building tremor-resilient infrastructure. Dehradun: A two-day national workshop on disaster resilient infrastructure in the Himalayas concluded here today with scientists highlighting the high probability of a major earthquake in the region. Scientists participating in the event were unanimous in their view about the high possibility of a devastating earthquake in Uttarakhand, where the last major tremor occurred at least 600 years ago, and asked the state government to work towards building tremor-resilient infrastructure. In his keynote address, Vinod K Gaur, a professor at the Indian Institute of Astrophysics in Bengaluru, emphasised on the need to create awareness so that quake resistant building techniques are adopted by the people at the grassroots level. Noting that Utttarakhand was in the Central Seismic Gap where a high probability exists of a major earthquake, they said it was imperative for disaster mitigation agencies and the state government to take proactive steps for the amelioration of any impending disaster. The objective of the workshop was to provide a platform to the scientists, research community officials of various departments and professionals...

Uttarakhand's Pithoragarh was struck by a 4.3-magnitude earthquake early on Wednesday. The quake (Representative Image) "Earthquake of Magnitude:4.3, Occurred on 09-11-2022, 06:27:13 IST, Lat: 29.87 & Long: 80.49, Depth: 5 Km, Location: Pithoragarh, Uttarakhand, India," the National Center for Seismology (NCS) tweeted. The earthquake jolts were felt with an intensity of 5km depth below the ground in Uttarkhand's Pithoragarh. The Nepal earthquake occurred at 1.57am on Wednesday whose epicentre was Dipayal in Nepal's Doti district and the depth of the earthquake was 10km below the ground, the National Center for Seismology said. Six people have died so far in a house collapse incident that came after subsequent tremors jolted the Himalayan nation. Chief district officer of Doti, Kalpana Shrestha, told ANI that five injured were taken to a hospital. "Five injured are being taken to the hospital. Dozens of house has been damaged with landslides at various locations across the district," she said. According to the officials, among the deceased are one female and two children. However, the identities of casualties are yet to be ascertained (With agency inputs)

Scientists at the While the Himalayan region is known to be a seismic zone, the warning comes in the wake of the calamitous “Uttarakhand falls in a seismic gap where a great earthquake is waiting to occur,” Dr Purnachandra Rao, chief scientist, Seismology, NGRI told DH. A great earthquake – defined as a tremor of magnitude 8 or above – had occurred at Kangra in Himachal Pradesh in 1905 and at the Bihar-Nepal border in 1934. No major disturbance took place in between – ie Uttarakhand - for a century or so. “Several studies, calculations show that the chances of a major earthquake are high along the stretch in between Himachal and Nepal, i.,e the whole of Uttarakhand,” says Rao. Read | “The stress built up due to tectonic plate movement in the Himalayas has to be released. We cannot predict when, but it is expected sooner or later in the form of an earthquake.” NGRI, a premier research institute in solid earth, is also monitoring the Joshimath subsidence, a geological event that has kept the Uttarakhand authorities and the Centre on alert as they carry out evacuation efforts. “We have deployed seismographs and the infra-sound instrument too, which is used to measure tectonic movements, to monitor the subsidence and are receiving real-time data here. We have observed some variations in the seismic signals at Joshimath. We are yet to analyze the information fully to come out with findings,” said Rao. Another Hyderabad-based research institute, ISRO-National Remote Sensing Cent...

Islamabad Show map of South Asia 2023-03-21 16:47:23 USGS- Localdate 2023-03-21 ( 2023-03-21) Localtime 21:17 AFT ( 21:47 PKT ( Magnitude 6.5 M w Depth 187.6km (116.6mi) Epicenter 36°31′23″N 70°58′44″E / 36.523°N 70.979°E / 36.523; 70.979 Areas affected Max. intensity Moderate) Landslides Yes Casualties 21 dead, 424 injured On 21 March 2023, a magnitude 6.5 Tectonic setting [ ] The Earthquake [ ] The ww6.5, w7.7. Impact [ ] Afghanistan [ ] At least 10 people were killed, Pakistan [ ] Tremors were felt in India [ ] Tremors from the earthquake were felt across parts of Other countries [ ] In See also [ ] • • • • • • • • • • • References [ ] Notes [ ] • ^ a b c National Earthquake Information Center (21 March 2023). . Retrieved 21 March 2023. • Seismological Research Letters, 74 (2): 107, • Zoya Zarifi; Jens Havskov (2003). (PDF). Advances in Geophysics. 46: 237–278. 9780120188468. (PDF) from the original on 21 March 2023 . Retrieved 22 March 2023. • Sofia-Katerina Kufner; Najibullah Kakar; Maximiliano Bezada; Wasja Bloch; Sabrina Metzger; Xiaohui Yuan; James Mechie; Lothar Ratschbacher; Shokhruhk Murodkulov; Zhiguo Deng; Bernd Schurr (2021). Nature Communications. Nature. 12 (1685): 1685. • Seismological Research Letters. 74 (2): 107–123. • Ahmed, Munir; Faiez, Rahim (21 March 2023). . Retrieved 21 March 2023. • Ibn Hameed, Haseeb (21 March 2023). . Retrieved 21 March 2023. • ^ a b c Greenfield, Charlotte; Yunus Yawar, Mohammad; Peshiman, Gibran; Ahmad, Jibran (21 March 2023...

Residents of Delhi NCR were left in a state of panic as a 6.6 magnitude earthquake hit Afghanistan on Tuesday, sending strong tremors in parts of India. The tremors felt in India were of around 4.2 magnitudes, while the tremors in Pakistan were also very strong. Now, an older prediction of the National Geophysical Research Institute (NGRI) has come forward where scientists have claimed that a strong earthquake is bound to hit India soon, with the epicenter likely to fall in the Himalayan region. While speaking to ANI last month, NGRI's chief scientist Dr N Purnachandra Rao said that due to the movement of the tectonic plates, there is a lot of stress built up in the Himalayan region, which might cause a massive earthquake, which can be of over 7 magnitude. The earthquake expert said, “We have a strong network of 18 seismograph stations in Uttarakhand. The region referred to as the seismic gap between Himachal and the western part of Nepal including Uttarakhand is prone to earthquakes that might occur at any time.” Dr Rao also said that the Indian plate is moving by around 5 cm per year, increasing stress along the Himalayas and increasing the possibility of a higher-intensity earthquake hitting India soon, with Himachal or Uttarakhand, possibly Nepal, being the epicenter. The NGRI said that there is a possibility that the magnitude of this earthquake can be as high as 8 on the Richter scale, which can cause a lot of damage, and is higher than the magnitude of the Turkey-Sy...