Two Minor Earthquakes Shake Faridabad and Nearby Areas of Haryana

Faridabad, Haryana: A rare seismic event unfolded on Thursday morning as Faridabad and its surrounding areas were rattled by two minor earthquakes. The incident, while causing temporary alarm, did not result in any reported casualties or significant property damage.

According to the National Center for Seismology (NCS), the first tremor struck at precisely 10:54 am, registering a magnitude of 2.4 on the Richter scale. The epicenter was determined to be at a depth of 5 kilometers. Undeterred, the region experienced another jolt approximately an hour later, at 11:43 am, with the same magnitude of 2.4.

The unexpected seismic activity sent ripples of anxiety through the local community. Residents described feeling a brief but noticeable shaking of buildings and the ground. Social media platforms were quickly flooded with accounts of the incident, as people shared their experiences and sought information about the situation.

“I was sitting at my desk when I felt the building sway,” said a Faridabad resident. “It was a strange sensation, and it took a moment to realize it was an earthquake.”

The NCS has confirmed the occurrence of both earthquakes and is closely monitoring the situation. While the tremors caused a temporary scare, experts emphasize that the magnitude of these quakes is relatively low and typically does not result in substantial damage.

“Earthquakes of this magnitude are not uncommon, and they often go unnoticed,” explained a seismologist from the NCS. “We understand the public’s concern, and we want to reassure everyone that the situation is under control.”

The earthquakes in Faridabad come on the heels of a similar event that shook the Sirsa region of Haryana in April. The 3.2 magnitude quake in Sirsa highlighted the potential for seismic activity in the state, prompting renewed focus on earthquake preparedness and response measures.