A powerful earthquake of 6.2 magnitude struck Maule, Chile, on Friday, shaking buildings but causing no immediate damage or injuries. Situated on the Pacific ‘Ring of Fire,’ Chile experiences frequent seismic activity.
A 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck Afghanistan’s Hindu Kush region at 9:17 PM on Wednesday, impacting parts of northern and northwestern Pakistan. This quake followed a similar one from earlier in the day, with both occurring at a depth of over 220 km.
As of now, there have been no immediate reports of damage or casualties. The authorities are monitoring the situation closely, and residents are advised to stay alert for any aftershocks.
Led by senior scientists, the research involved thorough geophysical characterisation, geotechnical analysis, and 3D structural design. The temple's design accounts for the Maximum Considered Earthquake, showcasing resilience to seismic events.
Earlier this morning, Nepal's Kathmandu was hit by an earthquake with a magnitude of 4.1 on the Richter Scale on Tuesday, said the National Center for Seismology (NCS). No immediate damages to properties or casualties have been reported so far.
London, Dec 9: Two biology researchers from UK's Open University have done a study to say that toads can be used to predict earthquakes because certain species are able to sense chemical changes in groundwater
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