Morning Jolt Rattles Nagaon
At 04:23 a.m. IST on Tuesday, 6 October, a magnitude‑4.5 earthquake was detected in Assam’s Nagaon district, according to data released by the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).
Depth and Epicentre Details
The seismic event originated roughly 33 km beneath the earth’s surface. Its hypocentre was pinpointed at latitude 26.428° N and longitude 93.060° E.
Impact on the Local Community
The sudden shaking woke residents, but authorities confirm that no injuries or structural damage have been reported. NCS has classified the event as a reviewed earthquake, verifying its magnitude, depth and coordinates.
Earlier Tremor in Himachal Pradesh
Prior to the Nagaon shock, a separate tremor hit the Una district of Himachal Pradesh. Recorded at 11:48 p.m. on 4 October, the NCS logged it as a magnitude 2.5 event originating from a shallow depth of about 9 km.
Like the Nagaon quake, the Una tremor caused no casualties or property damage.
What Lies Ahead
These occurrences underscore the importance of continuous seismic monitoring across India’s northeastern region. Officials will keep a close watch and issue further advisories if any repercussions develop.
