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Delhi Shaken: 4.9 Quake Jolts NCR, Residents Flee Homes
6 Oct
Summary
- A 4.4 magnitude earthquake struck Delhi NCR with its epicenter in Jhajjar, Haryana.
- The region's location in Seismic Zone IV makes it highly susceptible to strong earthquakes.
- Despite tremors, no immediate casualties or major structural damage have been reported.
Mild tremors measuring 4.4 intensity recently shook Delhi, Noida, and Gurugram, prompting residents to evacuate high-rise buildings and complexes in a state of alarm.
The National Centre of Seismology reported the earthquake's epicenter was located in Jhajjar, Haryana. This seismic event underscores the region's vulnerability as it falls within Seismic Zone IV, classifying it as a high-risk area for strong earthquakes. Factors contributing to this include proximity to active faults and seismic energy from the Himalayas.
Further compounding the risk are the area's high population density and the soft alluvial soil along the Yamuna floodplains, which can amplify ground movement. Despite the widespread panic and noticeable shaking in tall structures, no immediate casualties or significant structural damage have been reported from the affected areas.
