A mild yet impactful earthquake rattled parts of Assam on Tuesday, resulting in injuries to three individuals and affecting several others. The tremor, which originated in the Kamrup district, caused localized damage to homes and property, prompting a swift assessment by state authorities.
Tremor Details and Epicenter
The seismic event occurred at 7:15 AM on Tuesday, with its epicenter located near the village of Boko in the Kamrup district. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) recorded the earthquake's magnitude at 3.2 on the Richter scale. The quake struck at a shallow depth, which often amplifies the feeling of shaking on the surface, contributing to the damage reported in the vicinity.
Impact and Damage Assessment
The tremor's effects were felt across four districts of Assam: Kamrup, Kamrup Metropolitan, Nalbari, and Darrang. According to initial reports from the Assam State Disaster Management Authority (ASDMA), the earthquake directly impacted a total of 21 people.
Three persons sustained minor injuries and received immediate medical attention. Preliminary assessments indicate damage to residential structures. A total of 18 houses were affected, with reports of cracks in walls and partial collapses in the most vulnerable constructions. Officials are conducting detailed surveys to evaluate the full extent of the structural damage.
Official Response and Further Monitoring
Local administration and disaster response teams were quickly mobilized to the affected areas. Their primary actions included providing necessary aid to the injured and conducting safety inspections of the damaged buildings. The ASDMA continues to monitor the situation closely and has urged residents to report any further incidents or aftershocks.
While earthquakes of this magnitude are considered minor, they serve as a crucial reminder of the seismic vulnerability of the northeastern region of India. Assam falls in Zone V, the highest-risk seismic zone in the country, making preparedness and resilient construction practices essential for community safety.
Authorities have assured the public that all necessary support is being extended to those affected and that teams remain on standby. Further updates on the damage assessment and relief measures are expected as the evaluations progress.
