A 3.5 magnitude earthquake hit Uttarkashi, Uttarakhand, causing residents to panic and flee to safety. The earthquake on January 24, 2025, recorded a depth of 5 km and resulted in no reported casualties or damage. The National Center for Seismology shared these details, while also noting a smaller 2.7 magnitude quake earlier that morning.
Jan, 24 2025
In the early morning hours of January 24, 2025, a significant earthquake shook Myanmar, with its epicenter near Homalin in the country's western region. Although initial reports listed the quake as having a magnitude of 4.8, various sources, including Myanmar's Department of Meteorology and Hydrology, have noted a 5.2 magnitude. The tremors extended to Assam, India, but as of now, no casualties or significant structural damages have been reported. The disparity in reported magnitudes underscores the importance of accurate seismic data verification.
