Earthquake of magnitude 5.8 jolts Jammu and Kashmir

Credit: IndiaTimes- Published on November 28, 2024
A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck Jammu and Kashmir at 4:19 pm, with its epicenter located in Afghanistan. There were no reported casualties or damage. While the quake's tremors were widely felt, officials emphasize the importance of earthquake-resistant construction, as the region is seismologically active and vulnerable to...

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Published on November 28, 2024 -  03:01
Earthquake Strikes Jammu & Kashmir: Tremors Felt Across the Valley, No Immediate Damage Reported
A powerful earthquake of 5.8 magnitude struck Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday, with tremors felt across the Valley. The earthquake, which occurred at 4:19 pm, had its epicenter located in the Afghanistan-Tajikistan border region. The quake’s depth was recorded at 165 kilometers. While the tremors caused widespread panic, authorities confirmed that there were no immediate reports of casualties or damage to property. Kashmir's seismic activity remains a concern, as the region is prone to earthquakes. Experts continue to stress the importance of earthquake-resistant infrastructure in this seismically active area. #JammuAndKashmir #Earthquake #Kashmir #SeismicActivity #KashmirTremors #NaturalDisasters #AfghanistanTajikistanBorder #EarthquakeUpdate #KashmirNews #EarthquakeAlert ~PR.274~ED.103~HT.334~

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