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On Thursday, February 27, 2025, a 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck Assam’s Morigaon district at 2:25 a.m. The earthquake's depth was 16 kilometers, and the tremors were felt in nearby areas, including Guwahati. The earthquake was reported by the National Center for Seismology (NCS), which confirmed the earthquake’s location as latitude 26.28 N and longitude 92.24 E.
Assam lies in Seismic Zone V, an area that is highly prone to earthquakes. The state has experienced several strong earthquakes in the past, including the 1950 Assam-Tibet earthquake and the 1897 Shillong earthquake, both of which were extremely powerful.
Earthquake History in Assam
Assam is no stranger to earthquakes. In the past, the region has faced some of the strongest earthquakes in history, such as the 1950 Assam-Tibet earthquake, which had a magnitude of 8.6. Due to its location in a high-risk zone, the state frequently experiences seismic activity, and authorities remain alert to ensure public safety.
Another Earthquake in the Bay of Bengal
Just a few days earlier, on February 25, 2025, another earthquake of magnitude 5.1 hit the Bay of Bengal, near Puri in Odisha. This earthquake occurred at 6:10 a.m. and was felt in Kolkata and other parts of West Bengal. Thankfully, no damage or casualties were reported, though it caused some panic among residents.
The NCS confirmed the location of the Bay of Bengal earthquake as latitude 19.52 N and longitude 88.55 E, with a depth of 91 kilometers.
