The Andaman and Nicobar Islands experienced a 4.2 magnitude earthquake on Wednesday night, as reported by the National Center for Seismology. The earthquake occurred at 10:15 PM local time, with its epicenter located at a depth of 5 kilometers. Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of any casualties or damage to property, according to an official statement.
The Andaman and Nicobar Islands are situated within the Alpine-Himalayan seismic belt, which is recognized as one of the most seismically active regions globally. Earthquakes are a frequent occurrence in this archipelago, making it a zone susceptible to such events.
This recent earthquake follows a series of seismic activities in various parts of the world. In January, another earthquake with a magnitude of 4.4 struck the Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Additionally, a sequence of tremors with magnitudes of 4.9 and 4.8 struck Baramulla in Jammu and Kashmir in August. The same month, a magnitude 7.0 earthquake hit off the coast of Russia’s Kamchatka Peninsula. Furthermore, a 4.8 magnitude earthquake shook Afghanistan in August, and a 4.8 magnitude earthquake impacted western Syria, with tremors felt across the region. In September 2011, a devastating 6.9 magnitude earthquake struck Sikkim, resulting in over 100 fatalities and extensive damage.
These events serve as a reminder of the dynamic nature of the Earth’s crust and the importance of preparedness for potential earthquakes and natural disasters.
