4.7 Magnitude Quake Jolts Baramulla In Jammu And Kashmir, Tremors Felt Across Valley

Jammu and Kashmir: There was chaos in Baramulla district of Jammu and Kashmir in the early hours of Monday when the earth suddenly started trembling. The tremors that came at around 5:30 in the morning disturbed people's sleep. Many families panicked and immediately came out of their homes and gathered in open places. The ground was felt shaking for a few seconds, which created an atmosphere of fear in the area.

What was the intensity of the earthquake and where was the epicenter?

The intensity of the earthquake was measured at 4.7. According to the information, its center was at a depth of about 10 kilometers from the ground. This has been confirmed by the National Seismology Centre. The tremors were of moderate level, but people felt them more strongly in the morning silence.

What did people feel?

Local people said that fans and doors started shaking, window panes started rattling and in some houses even the belongings were slightly shaken. However, it is a matter of relief that till now there has been no news of any major damage or loss of life or property. Administration and disaster management teams are monitoring the situation.

Is this area sensitive to earthquakes?

The entire valley is considered seismically sensitive, because this area falls in the Himalayan region. In such a situation, small and big shocks keep coming here. Experts say that instead of panicking, people should be careful and should know in advance what to do in an emergency.

What damage was caused?

This morning's incident once again reminded people that natural disasters can strike without warning. At present the situation is normal, but the administration has appealed to the people to remain alert and avoid rumours. The whole day people were busy discussing how a few seconds of tremors turned a peaceful morning into restlessness.