Mild Earthquake Jolts Ladakh’s Leh Region, No Damage Reported
Mild Earthquake Jolts Ladakh’s Leh Region, No Damage Reported
Leh, May 22, 2025 : A minor earthquake measuring 3.5 on the Richter scale shook the Leh region of Ladakh shortly after midnight on Thursday, according to data released by the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The quake struck at approximately 12:12 AM IST, with its hypocenter recorded at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers below the Earth’s surface.
The tremor’s epicenter was pinpointed near Leh, an area situated within the seismically sensitive Himalayan zone, known for frequent geological disturbances due to active tectonic movements.
Although the earthquake was moderate in intensity, no casualties or infrastructural damage have been reported so far. Emergency teams remain on standby as local authorities continue to assess the region for any potential aftershocks.
Residents and tourists have been urged to exercise caution and stay updated with safety advisories in light of the region's seismic vulnerability.
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