A 3.6‑meter quake hit Jammu and Kashmir early on Monday, but no one was hurt and no buildings were damaged. The tremor struck at 2:47 a.m. in the Doda area, with a shallow depth of about five kilometers.
The National Centre for Seismology (NCS) said the epicenter lay at 33.10°N latitude and 76.18°E longitude, right in the heart of a seismically active zone. Residents felt the shake and some were startled, but officials confirmed that “there have been no reports of casualties or property damage so far.”
“Jammu and Kashmir sits on a fault line that has produced several earthquakes over the years,” said a NCS spokesperson. “The Doda region is no stranger to tremors.”
The state has experienced bigger shocks before. A 7.6‑meter earthquake struck Muzaffarabad in 2005, killing more than 80,000 people on both sides of the Line of Control. In recent years, the Chenab Valley—including Doda, Kishtwar and Ramban districts—has seen a number of light to moderate quakes. Scientists are still researching why the area feels earthquakes almost as regularly as other parts of the world.
Authorities are urging residents to build earthquake‑resistant homes. They recommend using construction techniques that minimize heavy cement and concrete, which tend to break under seismic stress.
If you live or work in the Jammu and Kashmir area, keep these tips in mind:
– Check your home for cracks and weak joints.
– Anchor heavy furniture to walls.
– Store emergency supplies like water, first‑aid kits, and flashlights.
The National Centre for Seismology will keep monitoring the region for any further activity. For now, the community can breathe a little easier, knowing that the 3.6‑meter quake caused no damage or loss of life.
Source: ianslive
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