Earthquake of Magnitude 5.6 Jolts Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand
A Strong Earthquake Jolts Pithoragarh
An earthquake of magnitude 5.6 jolted Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand on August 4, 2023, at 417 pm. The center of the earthquake was in Nepal, about 150 km from Pithoragarh.
The earthquake was felt in several corridors of the Pithoragarh quarter, including Dharchula, Didihat, and Bangapani. People rushed out of their homes and services in fear.
No Damage Reported
Fortunately, no damage to life or property has been reported so far. The District Disaster Management Authority( DDMA) has advised people to stay alert and to take necessary preventives.
People Advised to Stay Alert
The DDMA has advised people to stay in open areas during an earthquake and to avoid altitudinous structures and trees. People have also been advised to keep a first-aid tackler and an arsonist handy in case of an exigency.
What to Do in Case of an Earthquake
still, then are some effects you can do:
- If you’re caught in an earthquake. Stay calm and don’t be horrified.
- still, drop under a sturdy table or bed and hold on, If you’re outdoors.
- still, move to an open area down from structures and trees, If you’re outside.
- Be apprehensive of your surroundings and watch out for falling objects.
- After the earthquake, check yourself and others for injuries. However, give first aid and call for medical help, If someone is injured.
The earthquake of magnitude 5.6 that jolted Pithoragarh in Uttarakhand on August 4, 2023, was a memorial of the significance of being prepared for earthquakes. It’s important to know what to do in case of an earthquake so that you can stay safe and cover yourself and your loved ones. (More…)
