Kolkata Earthquake: Strong tremors were felt throughout Kolkata and several nearby districts on Friday, causing people to flee their homes, workplaces, and high-rise buildings in a wave of panic. Bangladesh is where the earthquake started, according to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC). Authorities have not yet reported any immediate damage or casualties, but the precise intensity and depth are still pending official confirmation. After the unexpected shock, residents remained vigilant, but metro services and traffic flow resumed as usual.
Startled citizens posted on social media in droves, with many characterizing the tremors as exceptionally powerful and prolonged.Supratim Maitra, a user on X, wrote, “Small quake but big panic,” illustrating the widespread fear that even a small shake caused in densely populated areas. Vinay Kumar Dokania, another user, added to the unease in Kolkata by reporting that the tremors felt powerful” and lasted longer than 30 seconds. Seismology departments are expected to provide more updates, and disaster management teams are keeping an eye on the situation.
