6.2-Magnitude Earthquake Strikes New Delhi and Nepal

In a startling turn of events, a powerful 6.2-magnitude earthquake rocked New Delhi and several parts of Nepal on Tuesday, sending shockwaves through the region. India’s National Center for Seismology conducted initial assessments, revealing that the earthquake’s depth was approximately 5 kilometers. The epicenter of this seismic event was pinpointed in Nepal.

Earthquake of Magnitude:6.2, Occurred on 03-10-2023, 14:51:04 IST, Lat: 29.39 & Long: 81.23, Depth: 5 Km ,Location:Nepal for more information Download the BhooKamp App https://t.co/rBpZF2ctJG @ndmaindia @KirenRijiju @Indiametdept @Dr_Mishra1966 @Ravi_MoES pic.twitter.com/tOduckF0B9

— National Center for Seismology (@NCS_Earthquake) October 3, 2023

However, another source, the Solar System Geometry Survey, reported a slightly lower magnitude, measuring it at 5.7, with a depth of 7 kilometers.

Felt #earthquake M 5.7 – NEPAL – 2023-10-03 09:21:02 UTC – 7 KM pic.twitter.com/nBgMPTdS4z

— SSGEOS (@ssgeos) October 3, 2023

Reports from the Hindustan Times indicated that the earthquake persisted for over 40 seconds, causing panic among residents who hastily evacuated their homes. The tremors not only affected Nepal but also reached the northern Indian states of Uttar Pradesh, with areas like Lucknow, Hapur, and Amroha, as well as parts of Uttarakhand, experiencing the shocks.

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In a precautionary measure, the Delhi police issued a warning urging citizens to avoid using elevators and evacuate buildings to ensure their safety.

Hey Delhi people!

We hope you all are safe. Please come out of your buildings to a safe spot, but do not panic.

DO NOT USE ELEVATORS!

For any emergency help, dial 112.#earthquake

— Delhi Police (@DelhiPolice) October 3, 2023

Adding to the seismic activity in the region, NDTV reported that within a span of 25 minutes, Nepal encountered two earthquakes, measuring 4.6 and 6.2 in magnitude, respectively. The initial quake struck Nepal at 2:25 pm, followed by the second one at 2:50 pm.

Interestingly, just a day before this seismic event, a Dutch research organization had predicted a potent earthquake in Pakistan along the Chaman fault line in Balochistan. The Solar System Geometry Survey (SSGS) from the Netherlands made this prediction, which was met with skepticism from the scientific, seismological, and geological communities, who refuted its claims. Further investigations and monitoring are underway to assess the situation and its potential implications.