Earthquake in Delhi NCR
Residents across Noida, Gurugram, Ghaziabad, and Faridabad experienced a sudden jolt Thursday afternoon as a 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck the region. The tremors, though brief, were strong enough to shake buildings and send people rushing outdoors in panic.
Earthquake in Delhi NCR
The epicentre of the quake was pinpointed in Jhajjar, Haryana, at a depth of 10 kilometers, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). While the quake caused no immediate reports of injuries or structural damage, the scare was enough to trigger memories of previous seismic events.
Earthquake in Delhi NCR
“For a few seconds, it felt like the ground was shaking under our feet. Everyone rushed outside in panic,” said a resident of Gurugram. Another local added, “We were just having tea when everything began to tremble. It was a strong jolt, and we didn’t take any chances.”
Earthquake in Delhi NCR
In Ghaziabad, a resident recalled waking up just as the tremors began. “It was terrifying. There was another quake just days ago. Earthquakes in Delhi-NCR have become quite frequent, we really need to take safety precautions seriously.”
Earthquake in Delhi NCR
This isn’t the first seismic shake-up for the capital region this year. Back on February 17, a 4.0 magnitude quake rattled Delhi-NCR early in the morning, with an epicentre located just 9 kilometres east of New Delhi at a depth of 5 kilometres. That tremor, too, caused a wave of fear as residents evacuated buildings in the dark.
Earthquake in Delhi NCR
It’s worth noting that Delhi lies in Seismic Zone IV, one of India’s most earthquake-prone zones. Classified by the Delhi Disaster Management Authority as a “High Damage Risk Zone,” the capital region is no stranger to moderate to strong quakes.
Earthquake in Delhi NCR
Experts continue to urge residents to stay prepared and follow safety guidelines in the event of future tremors. While Thursday’s quake caused no major damage, it served as yet another reminder that the ground beneath Delhi-NCR is anything but still.
