Intense Earthquake Rocks Kolkata, Shaking Buildings for 30 Seconds
A significant earthquake measuring 5.7 in magnitude struck Narsingdi, Bangladesh, on Friday morning. The tremors were felt across several regions in West Bengal, including the city of Kolkata.
Residents React to Intense Earthquake in Kolkata
Social media was abuzz as many Kolkata residents described their experiences with the earthquake. One user remarked that their building “shook for 30 seconds,” highlighting the intensity of the tremor.
Many took to platforms like X, sharing their fear and disbelief. One resident recalled, “I think I just experienced the most intense earthquake of my life; Kolkata was shuddering like a fragile plastic tunnel.” Another noted that the earthquake was powerful enough to wake them from sleep.
Precautionary Measures Taken
In response to the quake, numerous individuals in Kolkata and surrounding districts evacuated their buildings as a safety precaution. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of injuries or structural damage.
Earthquake Details
- Magnitude: 5.7
- Location: 13 km south-southwest of Narsingdi, Bangladesh
- Time: 10:08 AM
- Depth: 10 km
The impact of the earthquake extended beyond Kolkata. Tremors were also felt in the Bangladeshi capital, Dhaka, and in parts of India, including Tripura, Meghalaya, and Mizoram. In particular, residents in Dharmanagar, Tura, Cherrapunjee, and Aizawl reported feeling the tremors.
Recent Seismic Activity
This earthquake follows a 5.2 magnitude quake that jolted Pakistan earlier the same day. According to the National Centre for Seismology, that earthquake had an epicenter located at a depth of 135 km.
As of now, authorities continue to monitor the situation for any aftershocks or further impacts. Safety measures remain a priority across the affected regions.
