Wed Feb 19 04:07:52 UTC 2025: ## Delhi Shakes: 4.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes, Prompting City-Wide Evacuations
**NEW DELHI** – A moderate earthquake measuring 4.0 on the Richter scale rattled Delhi and its surrounding areas this Monday morning, triggering widespread panic and prompting residents to flee buildings. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) located the epicenter near Durgabai Deshmukh College of Special Education in Dhaula Kuan, with the quake’s shallow depth of approximately five kilometers amplifying its impact.
While no major damage has been reported, the sudden tremors caused significant alarm, leading to mass evacuations from homes, offices, and other structures. The incident serves as a stark reminder of Delhi’s location within Seismic Zone IV, a region known for its seismic activity due to its proximity to the Himalayan collision zone.
The city has a history of earthquakes, experiencing several tremors in recent years. Notable events include a series of quakes in 2020, including a 4.4 magnitude quake near Rohtak, and the significant shaking felt in Delhi during the devastating 7.8 magnitude Nepal earthquake in 2015. Records indicate at least five earthquakes exceeding 5.5 magnitude have struck the Delhi region since 1720.
Experts are urging residents to familiarize themselves with earthquake safety procedures. The frequency of tremors underscores the need for preparedness and for authorities to implement robust mitigation strategies to minimize potential damage from future seismic events.
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