Breaking News: Magnitude 3.6 Earthquake Hits Jammu and Kashmir’s Katra!
An earthquake measuring 3.6 on the Richter scale struck Jammu and Kashmir’s Katra early on Friday morning, as reported by India’s National Center for Seismology. The quake hit at 5.01 am at a depth of 10 km, with the epicenter located 97km E of Katra, Jammu and Kashmir.
The National Center for Seismology tweeted that the quake occurred at Lat: 33.10 and Long: 75.97.
While there have been no immediate reports of any damage or casualties, the incident has understandably caused alarm and concern among the residents of the area. The local authorities are closely monitoring the situation and have urged people to remain calm and take necessary precautions in case of any further tremors.
Earthquakes are not uncommon in Jammu and Kashmir, which falls in a seismic zone, and it is important for residents to be aware of the necessary safety measures in case of such incidents.
We urge everyone to stay alert and prepared in the event of any future seismic activity