Kolkata earthquake: 5.1 magnitude quake hits Bay of Bengal, tremors felt in Kolkata, other places
A 5.1 magnitude earthquake struck the Bay of Bengal early on February 25, 2025, at 6:10 AM IST. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported that the epicenter was located at a latitude of 19.52°N and a longitude of 88.55°E, with a depth of 91 kilometers.
Tremors were felt in Kolkata and surrounding areas, with residents reporting brief shaking. Fortunately, there have been no immediate reports of damage or casualties from the quake. This seismic event follows another earthquake that occurred in Himachal Pradesh just two days prior, highlighting ongoing seismic activity in the region.
Authorities continue to monitor the situation, but as of now, there is no indication of a tsunami threat associated with this earthquake.
