Earthquake Of Magnitude 4.5 Hits Bay Of Bengal, Tremors Felt In Andhra
A magnitude 4.5 earthquake struck the Bay of Bengal on Sunday, triggering noticeable tremors across several coastal regions of Andhra Pradesh. Local authorities reported that the seismic activity was felt most strongly in residential neighborhoods within Visakhapatnam.
A seismic event measuring 4.5 on the Richter scale originated in the Bay of Bengal, sending vibrations through multiple urban and suburban localities in Andhra Pradesh. The earthquake occurred at a depth that allowed the shockwaves to reach the surface, capturing the attention of residents in the early hours.
Reports indicate that tremors were specifically felt in areas including Gajuwaka, Mangalapalem, Sagar Nagar, and Pedda Waltair. Residents in Arilova, MVP Colony, and Appughar also reported brief periods of shaking, though there were no immediate reports of significant structural damage or casualties.
Local emergency services have been placed on alert to monitor for potential aftershocks, while state disaster management teams continue to assess the situation across the coastal belt. As of now, public infrastructure remains intact despite the widespread reports of ground movement. Source: NDTV
