Earthquake: An earthquake measuring 5.0 on the Richter scale struck Morigaon in Assam at 2:25 AM today. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported that the epicenter was located in Morigaon.

Earthquake in multiple states

The tremors were not confined to Assam; they were also felt in Meghalaya, West Bengal, Bihar, and the Delhi-NCR region. In response to the shaking that occurred shortly after midnight, many residents exited their homes in alarm. The impact of the earthquake was experienced across several districts in Assam, including Guwahati, Nagaon, and Tezpur.

People sharing their thoughts

Numerous individuals took to social media to express their experiences, with comments such as, “The tremors were so intense that I woke up, and the fans and windows began to shake.” In certain areas, people evacuated their residences. Fortunately, there have been no reports of significant damage thus far. Mild tremors were also detected in Delhi and its neighboring regions, with residents in Noida, Gurugram, and Faridabad noting the vibrations. However, these tremors were relatively weak, allowing most individuals to remain asleep without feeling the need to evacuate.

According to data from the NCS, the earthquake’s epicenter was situated in Morigaon, at a depth of 16 kilometers beneath the surface. The northeastern part of India is classified as an earthquake-sensitive Zone 5, where mild to moderate earthquakes frequently occur.

Following the earthquake, social media platforms such as Twitter and Facebook saw a surge of reactions. Many users commented, “It was very strong; we were frightened!” while others regarded it as a typical occurrence. One individual remarked, “Initially, I thought I was dreaming, but then I realized it was indeed an earthquake!”