Key Points
- Mild earthquakes struck Myanmar, Nepal, and India’s Kutch region within hours of each other.
- Myanmar experienced a 3.4 magnitude quake Thursday morning with no reported damage.
- Nepal recorded a 4.6 magnitude tremor in Solukhumbu district, felt in Kathmandu, but no injuries or damage.
- Kutch, Gujarat, saw a 3.4 magnitude quake; the region is historically high-risk but no losses were reported.
- All affected areas remain safe, with authorities confirming no casualties or property damage.
New Delhi: On Thursday morning, a mild earthquake measuring 3.4 on the Richter scale was felt in Myanmar’s border region near India. The tremor occurred at 6:46 am local time, but there have been no reports of injuries or property damage so far. Local authorities are monitoring the situation, and residents are advised to remain alert, though life has returned to normal in the affected areas.
Nepal Experiences 4.6 Magnitude Quake, Shakes Kathmandu
Just hours before the Myanmar tremor, Nepal was jolted by a 4.6 magnitude earthquake on Wednesday evening. The National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Center reported that the epicenter was in the Chheskam area of Solukhumbu district, in the eastern part of the country. Tremors were felt as far as Kathmandu and neighboring districts, but, fortunately, no casualties or structural damages have been reported. The quake struck at 6:11 pm, and authorities continue to monitor for aftershocks.
3.4 Magnitude Earthquake in Kutch, Gujarat-Region Remains Safe
Gujarat’s Kutch district, known for its seismic activity, experienced a mild 3.4 magnitude earthquake on Wednesday evening. The Institute of Seismological Research (ISR) recorded the tremor at 6:55 pm, with its epicenter 12 km north-northeast of Bhachau. District disaster response officials confirmed there were no injuries or property losses. Kutch lies in a “very high risk” seismic zone and regularly experiences low-intensity quakes. The region’s vulnerability is underscored by the devastating 2001 earthquake, which caused massive destruction and loss of life, but recent events have been minor and non-destructive.
“No casualty or damage to property was reported due to it, a district disaster response official said. The 3.4 magnitude tremor was recorded at 6.55 pm with its epicentre 12 km north-north east (NNE) from Bhachau in the district, the Gandhinagar-based ISR said in its update.”
Kutch’s Seismic History: A Region on Alert
Kutch’s seismic complexity is shaped by multiple active fault lines, making it one of India’s most earthquake-prone regions. The catastrophic 2001 Bhuj earthquake is a stark reminder of the area’s vulnerability, having killed nearly 13,800 people and injured over 1.67 lakh, with widespread destruction of homes and infrastructure. However, continuous monitoring and improved disaster response have helped mitigate risks from recent, smaller quakes.
A series of mild earthquakes rattled Myanmar, Nepal, and India’s Kutch region within a short span, but all areas have reported no casualties or damage. While Kutch remains a high-risk seismic zone due to its complex fault lines and tragic history, recent tremors have been minor. Authorities in all affected regions are maintaining vigilance, and life continues as normal.
