Kishtwar, a town in Jammu and Kashmir, was struck by a 3.4-magnitude earthquake on Wednesday afternoon. The earthquake occurred at 4:03 pm, and according to the National Center for Seismology, it had a depth of 5 kilometers. The earthquake’s epicenter was located at a latitude of 33.17 and longitude of 75.86. The earthquake was not very strong, and there are no reports of casualties or damage to property as yet.
The National Center for Seismology posted a tweet with details about the earthquake. They wrote, Earthquake of Magnitude: 3.4, Occurred on 14-06-2023, 16:00:03 IST, Lat: 33.17 & Long: 75.86, Depth: 5 Km, Location: Kishtwar, Jammu and Kashmir, India.
Earthquakes are not uncommon in Jammu and Kashmir, which lies in a high seismic activity zone. The region falls under seismic zone V, which is the highest seismicity zone in India. The town of Kishtwar, where the earthquake occurred, also experienced mild tremors in the past.
The local authorities in Kishtwar have not reported any significant damage as of yet. However, it is important to stay alert and take necessary precautious measures in case of aftershocks. The Indian Meteorological Department has asked people to stay away from the affected area and follow the necessary safety protocols.
It is essential to be prepared in case of an earthquake, as the sudden impact can result in loss of life and property damage. People living in areas prone to earthquakes should be equipped with emergency kits and should be aware of the necessary steps to take in case of an earthquake.
