The BRICS TimesKolkata earthquake: Residents rushed to safety as tremors from Bangladesh shook the region causing widespread fear.
Tremors Shake the City
Kolkata and nearby districts felt strong earthquake tremors on Friday morning. The shaking ground caused panic among many local residents. People quickly rushed out of their homes and offices for safety. The European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) tracked the quake. They stated that the quake originated in Bangladesh.
Details on the Quake Source
The National Centre for Seismology confirmed the details of the event. They reported a 5.7-magnitude earthquake in Narsingdi, Bangladesh. This location is in our neighbouring country. The tremors started at exactly 10.08 am. The quake struck at a depth of 10 km. It was centered 13 km south-southwest of Narsingdi.
Public Reaction and Safety
People across West Bengal and the northeast reacted immediately. Residents in Kolkata and Guwahati, Assam, were seen on the streets. Leaving buildings is a standard precautionary measure during such events. Crowds gathered outside to wait for the shaking to stop.
Social Media Buzz
Many residents of Kolkata went online to share their experiences. They described the intensity on social media platforms. Supratim Maitra wrote on X, “Small quake but big panic.” He added that the brief jolt caused alarm across neighbourhoods. Another user, Vinay Kumar Dokania, noted the duration. He said, “That #earthquake lasted over 30 seconds and was very powerful.”
No Damage Reported
Officials have assessed the situation so far. There was no immediate report of any loss of life. No damage to property has been recorded yet. Authorities continue to monitor the situation closely.
Online Search Trends
Google Trends showed a massive spike in interest. The term “earthquake kolkata” became very popular on Friday. This happened right after the mild tremors were felt. Residents wanted instant updates online. West Bengal had the highest search interest at 100. It was followed by Sikkim, Jharkhand, Karnataka, and Odisha. Users searched queries like “was there an earthquake in Kolkata just now.”
