5.8-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Leh-Ladakh, Strong Tremors Trigger Panic
5.8-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Leh-Ladakh: A moderate-intensity earthquake struck the Leh-Ladakh region on Monday morning, triggering panic among residents. According to the National Center for Seismology (NCS), the tremors were felt at 11:51 am (IST), with the earthquake measuring 5.8 on the Richter scale.
The NCS said the epicenter of the quake was located at 36.71° North latitude and 74.32° East longitude, at a depth of 171 kilometers beneath the earth’s surface. Despite the strong tremors, no immediate reports of casualties, aftershocks, or major damage were received.
On the same day, the National Center for Seismology also reported two separate earthquake events—one in Delhi and another in Leh-Ladakh. The Delhi earthquake measured 2.8 in magnitude with a depth of 5 kilometers, while another tremor in Leh-Ladakh was recorded at 5.7 magnitude. Authorities confirmed that no loss of life or property was reported in either case.
Panic Among Residents
When the earthquake struck Leh-Ladakh, people were engaged in their daily activities. The sudden and strong tremors caused panic, with many residents losing balance and some reportedly falling. People rushed out of homes, offices, and other buildings, leading to chaos on the streets for a brief period.
Although no damage has been confirmed, the local administration has increased monitoring and surveillance as a precautionary measure. Officials have also issued an advisory urging residents to remain alert and follow safety guidelines.
Highly Seismic Region
Ladakh lies in the Himalayan seismic belt, which falls under Seismic Zones IV and V—among the most earthquake-prone zones in the world. Due to the continuous movement of tectonic plates, earthquakes are frequent in regions such as Leh-Ladakh and Jammu & Kashmir.
Authorities have assured that disaster response teams are on standby and urged citizens not to panic, emphasizing preparedness and caution in the event of further seismic activity.
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