Earthquake of 4.4 Magnitude Hits Delhi-NCR, Tremors Felt in Noida, Gurugram, Faridabad
An earthquake measuring 4.4 on the Richter scale struck Delhi-NCR, with its epicenter in Haryana's Jhajjar. Tremors were felt in Noida, Gurugram, and Faridabad. No immediate reports of damage or injuries. Residents shared their experiences of the quake.
An earthquake of magnitude 4.4 struck Delhi-NCR on Thursday with tremors felt in Noida, Ghaziabad, Gurugram, and Faridabad. The earthquake's epicenter was in Jhajjar, Haryana, at a depth of 10 kilometers. There were no immediate reports of damage or injuries, but buildings shook, prompting residents to rush outdoors.
Residents described the experience, with one person in Gurugram mentioning the ground shaking vigorously, and another in Ghaziabad recalling being scared by the jolt. Delhi-NCR has experienced earthquakes frequently, so safety precautions are essential.
Earlier this year, on February 17, a magnitude 4.0 earthquake hit the region, causing strong tremors. The epicenter was near New Delhi, marking the area as a 'High Damage Risk Zone' for earthquakes.
Poll: Do you think the current earthquake preparedness measures in Delhi-NCR are sufficient?
Yes, they are sufficient
No, they need improvement
According to the source: Times of India.
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