An earthquake of 5.0 magnitude hit the Nicobar Islands region on Monday around 5 am, according to the National Centre of Seismology (NCS). It said the earthquake jolted the region that took place at the depth of 10 km.
“Earthquake of Magnitude:5.0, Occurred on 06-03-2023, 05:07:16 IST, Lat: 7.97 & Long: 91.65, Depth: 10 Km ,Location: Nicobar islands region," NCS said in a tweet.
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In January, an earthquake of 4.9 magnitude struck near the Andaman Sea. The NCS said it took place at the depth of 77 km. A total of 22 earthquakes were recorded in 24 hours time last year in the islands. The magnitude ranged betwen 3.8 to 5.0.
{{/usCountry}}In January, an earthquake of 4.9 magnitude struck near the Andaman Sea. The NCS said it took place at the depth of 77 km. A total of 22 earthquakes were recorded in 24 hours time last year in the islands. The magnitude ranged betwen 3.8 to 5.0.
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