Delhi-NCR Earthquake Today: This morning, the people of Delhi-NCR were suddenly awakened in the open! Yes, once again, the earth shook and people felt the tremors of the earthquake. Social media was immediately flooded with this – some were asking ‘Did you also feel it?’, while some were asking ‘When did it come again?’
When and where were the tremors felt?
At around 9:00 a.m., people in Delhi, Noida, Gurugram, and surrounding areas felt mild tremors from the earthquake. Many people reported that the fans began shaking, while others experienced vibrations on their beds.
What is the intensity and epicentre?
According to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS), the intensity of this earthquake was measured on the Richter scale. Its epicentre was located at a depth of kilometres. Don’t panic, be alert!
It is natural to panic when you feel the tremors of an earthquake, but the most important thing is to stay calm and take precautionary measures.
If you are indoors: Hide under a sturdy table or desk. You can also stand under the door frame. Stay away from windows, mirrors and heavy furniture.
If you are outdoors: Move to an open space and stay away from buildings, trees and power lines.
If you are driving: Stop the vehicle safely and stay inside the vehicle.
Why do earthquakes happen?
Our Earth is made up of several huge tectonic plates that keep moving constantly. When these plates collide with each other or slide over each other, energy is released which causes earthquakes. The Delhi-NCR region falls in ‘Zone IV’ in terms of seismic activity, which means that there is a constant risk of moderate to high intensity earthquakes.
Always be prepared!
It is crucial to be prepared in advance to cope with natural disasters, such as earthquakes. Create an emergency plan with your family that includes what to do and where to gather in the event of an earthquake. Also, keep an emergency kit ready, which includes water, a first-aid kit, a torch and some dry food items.
What next?
There is currently no news of any major damage, but seismic activity is being constantly monitored. Hopefully everything will be fine. Take care of your safety and ignore rumors. Get information only from government and reliable sources.