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271 testimonies
Jamalpur (India)
584 km SE from epicenter
T0 + 32 min
A earthquake of 6.4 mag felt here at my place+1
Hazāribāgh (India)
630 km SE from epicenter
T0 + 13 min
During an earthquake, the safety of people and structures becomes a top priority. One of the immediate effects of an earthquake is the shaking and trembling of the ground. When an earthquake occurs, the intense energy released from the Earth's crust in the form of seismic waves leads to the shaking of everything on the surface, including buildings and the objects within them.In your scenario, you mentioned that the "cupboard glass" was shaking. Cupboards typically house various items, including glassware, plates, and other fragile objects. The shaking of the cupboard glass is a clear indication of the seismic activity's impact on your surroundings. Glassware inside a cupboard is vulnerable to breakage during an earthquake due to the combination of horizontal and vertical movements of the ground. The rapid and unpredictable shaking can cause items within the cupboard to collide with each other, potentially leading to damage.To mitigate the risk of damage during an earthquake, it's important to take precautions such as securing heavy furniture and objects, using earthquake-resistant brackets, and installing safety latches on cupboards to prevent items from falling out. Additionally, creating an emergency plan and having essential supplies on hand is crucial to ensure safety during seismic events.In summary, during an earthquake, the shaking of cupboard glass is a significant concern as it can result in the breakage of fragile items stored inside. Taking preventive measures and being prepared for such natural disasters is essential to minimize potential damage and ensure the safety of individuals in affected areas.+1
Katihar (India)
636 km SE from epicenter
T0 + 33 min
I felt0
Manoharpur (India)
637 km W from epicenter
T0 + 4 min
a lil shaking kind0
Kahalgaon (India)
643 km SE from epicenter
T0 + 45 min
I felt very light shake while seating on the chair.0
Matigara (India)
655 km E from epicenter
T0 + 3 min
Very light shaking+1
Siliguri (India)
658 km E from epicenter
T0 + 6 min
Felt in Siliguri0
Jabalpur (India)
674 km S from epicenter
T0 + 646 min
Noise was heard towards north, very low vibrations were felt.+1
Sikar (India)
706 km W from epicenter
T0 + 32 min
I was on my bed and I suddenly felt like my bed was moving forward+1
Siuri (India)
769 km SE from epicenter
T0 + 8 min
I am feeling.... Suri, Birbhum-1
Rajshahi (Bangladesh)
811 km SE from epicenter
T0 + 32 min
A slight zolt for nearly 20 second+1
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