Seismic Tremors Shake Andaman Sea

A 4.7 magnitude earthquake rattled the Andaman Sea on Wednesday, striking at 9:51 AM and reaching a depth of 80 km. The National Center for Seismology noted the quake's coordinates as 12.47 N, 93.36 E, occurring off the Andaman coast.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Updated: 20-11-2024 10:34 IST | Created: 20-11-2024 10:34 IST
Seismic Tremors Shake Andaman Sea
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An early morning earthquake with a magnitude of 4.7 on the Richter scale rocked the Andaman Sea on Wednesday, according to the National Center for Seismology. The seismic event unfolded at precisely 9:51 AM.

The tremors, registering at a considerable depth of 80 km, were pinpointed at geographic coordinates 12.47 N latitude and 93.36 E longitude. Authorities are closely monitoring any potential impact on the nearby regions.

The National Center for Seismology shared details of the earthquake on the social media platform X, highlighting its significant location in the Andaman Sea. The occurrence serves as a reminder of the region's geological volatility.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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