Deep-sea quake in Bay of Bengal

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Residents of Kolkata experienced moderate tremors measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale early Tuesday morning, originating from the Bay of Bengal. The quake, at a depth of 91 km, caused no reported damage or injuries but created momentary panic among the inhabitants.

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Published on February 25, 2025 -  03:28
Kolkata Earthquake: 5.1 Magnitude Quake Hits Bay Of Bengal,Tremors Felt Across West Bengal
A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck the Bay of Bengal at 6:10 AM, sending tremors through Kolkata and nearby regions. The National Center for Seismology confirmed the quake's depth at 91 km. Though no damage has been reported, residents shared their experiences on social media. Kolkata, in Seismic Zone III, faces moderate earthquake risks. The tremor was also recorded near Odishaโ€™s Puri, with seismic activity often impacting the region.Kolkata Earthquake #Kolkata #Earthquake #BayOfBengal #Tremors #SeismicActivity #IndiaNews #BreakingNews #EarthquakeAlert #NaturalDisaster #KolkataNews #WestBengal #Odisha #Puri #Seismology #EarthquakeSafety #StaySafe #DisasterManagement #IndiaUpdates #NewsFlash #Geology Also Read Karnataka Weather Alert: Will Bengaluru See Rain Soon? Weekโ€™s Forecast For Coming Days :: https://www.oneindia.com/bengaluru/karnataka-weather-alert-will-bengaluru-see-rain-soon-week-s-forecast-for-coming-days-4008261.html?ref=DMDesc Tamil Nadu Rains: Holiday For Schools In Chennai, Chengalpattu & 9 Dists On Nov 27 :: https://www.oneindia.com/chennai/tamil-nadu-rains-declare-holiday-for-schools-colleges-in-chennai-on-nov-27-netizens-urge-3998817.html?ref=DMDesc Karnataka Weather: Chilly Start For Bengaluru As Rain Clouds Gather Over The City :: https://www.oneindia.com/bengaluru/karnataka-weather-chilly-start-for-bengaluru-as-rain-clouds-gather-over-the-city-3986773.html?ref=DMDesc ~ED.103~HT.334~

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