Maharashtra Earthquake: Earthquake tremors were felt once again in Hingoli district of Maharashtra on Saturday morning. According to officials, there is no information about any loss of life or property in this incident.
Officials said that the intensity of the earthquake that occurred at 11:26 am was recorded at 3.5 on the Richter scale. Its center was at a depth of 5 kilometers from the ground.
Tremors were felt a few days ago also
This earthquake has come at a time when, a few days ago, earthquake tremors were felt in Hingoli as well as in Parbhani and Nanded districts. At present, no damage has been reported from Saturday’s earthquake.
On Thursday, earthquake tremors were felt four times in Hingoli, Parbhani and Nanded districts, due to which many houses were damaged. According to officials, earthquakes measuring 3.6 to 4.6 on the Richter scale were recorded between 1:37 am and 3:23 am. The epicenter of all these tremors was Shirli village of Vasmat taluka of Hingoli district.
How is intensity measured on the Richter scale?
Let us tell you that the intensity of earthquake is measured on the Richter scale. In an earthquake of 4 to 4.9 magnitude, household items can fall from their place. If the intensity is 5 to 5.9, heavy objects and furniture can also be shaken. The foundations of buildings can be affected in an earthquake of 6 to 6.9 magnitude. There is a risk of buildings collapsing in a magnitude 7 to 7.9 earthquake, while an earthquake of magnitude 8 to 8.9 carries the possibility of tsunami and widespread devastation. Earthquakes of magnitude 9 or more are considered the most destructive.
Why do earthquakes occur?
The seven major tectonic plates present within the Earth keep changing their places continuously. When there is a collision or friction between these plates, energy is released and an earthquake occurs. Due to earthquake, life is affected and sometimes huge damage is caused due to collapse of buildings.
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