A moderate earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale shook Upper Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh early on Thursday, prompting residents to rush outdoors. Officials confirmed there were no immediate reports of casualties or property damage, while authorities continued to monitor the situation.
A 5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Upper Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh at 5:45 AM IST on Thursday, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The earthquake originated at a depth of 11 kilometres, with its epicentre located about 116 km north-northwest of Pangin.
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Key Highlights
5.1-magnitude earthquake struck Upper Siang, Arunachal Pradesh.
Tremor occurred at 5:45 AM IST.
Epicentre located at a depth of 11 km.
No casualties or property damage reported.
Multiple smaller tremors recorded in the same region within 24 hours.
The tremors were felt across parts of Arunachal Pradesh and neighbouring areas of Assam. Residents reported brief shaking, but officials said there were no immediate reports of injuries, fatalities or damage to buildings and infrastructure.
According to the NCS, the 5.1-magnitude quake was the strongest in a series of tremors recorded in the Upper Siang region over the past 24 hours. Several smaller earthquakes, ranging between 2.8 and 3.2 magnitude, were also detected before and after the main tremor, indicating continued seismic activity in the area.
Local authorities said district administrations remain on alert and are assessing the situation. Emergency response teams have been kept ready, although no rescue operations were required as of the latest official update.
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Why This Matters
Although no damage has been reported, repeated seismic activity in the Northeast highlights the importance of earthquake preparedness in one of India's most seismically active regions.
