A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 5.9 occurred in the eastern Indian state of Assam. This was announced in an official statement by the US Geological Survey.
According to the data, the natural disaster was recorded at 11:11 World Time (UTC), which is 14:11 Moscow time. The epicenter of the earthquake was located 14.4 kilometers east of the city of Udalguri, where 15,900 people live. The epicenter was observed at an underground depth of 10 kilometers. According to geophysical data, earthquakes at such depths often cause strong tremors.
Official information about casualties, injuries, or material damage from the earthquake has not yet been released. Indian officials and emergency services have begun investigating the incident and assessing its potential consequences. Local authorities urge the population to remain calm and follow instructions given through official sources.
After the earthquake, tremors were also felt in nearby cities and villages. There is also information that some residents have left their homes and experienced power outages. However, it is said that the overall situation is currently stable, and peace is being maintained.
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