A 4.0-magnitude earthquake shook India’s northeastern state of Meghalaya, creating short tremors that were felt throughout the area. The early morning earthquake happened at a depth of 5 kilometers, but no serious damage or loss of life has occurred. Local authorities have confirmed they are keeping track of the situation and have instructed residents to remain vigilant.
The epicentre of the earthquake was in a comparatively inaccessible area, although its impact was registered in large towns such as Shillong, the capital of Meghalaya. Although the tremors were noticeable, no immediate reports of damage to buildings or disruption to essential services were reported. Indian Meteorological Department experts have reassured the public that such tremors are common in this seismically active region.
Emergency teams have been placed on standby in wake of the earthquake, although no rescue operations have yet been required. Local government has also warned citizens to be on their guard for possible aftershocks. Although the quake induced some fear among the populace, most residents claim to have only endured the shaking for a matter of seconds before it ceased.
Geologists have stressed the imperative of maintaining readiness in seismically vulnerable areas, such as Meghalaya. The infrastructure of the state is reported to be fairly prepared for such a situation, although governments are still trying to enhance shock resistance against stronger earthquakes in the future.
