NEW DELHI: A 5.8 magnitude earthquake struck Jammu and Kashmir on Thursday, with tremors recorded at 4:19 pm. According to officials, the quake caused no reported casualties or damage to property in the region.
The epicenter of the earthquake was located in Afghanistan, at a latitude of 36.49 degrees north and a longitude of 71.27 degrees east, with a depth of 165 kilometers, news agency PTI reported.
While the tremors were felt across the Kashmir Valley, authorities confirmed that no immediate damage or injuries had been reported. The region, however, remains vulnerable due to its seismologically active positioning.
Kashmir has experienced devastating earthquakes in the past, with entire habitations destroyed in some instances. Historically, the region’s traditional mud structures proved more resilient against seismic activity. However, the widespread adoption of modern concrete-reinforced buildings, even in rural areas, has raised concerns about their vulnerability to earthquakes.
Experts continue to stress the importance of earthquake-resistant construction practices in Kashmir to mitigate potential risks in this quake-prone region.
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