Earthquake Shakes North India: Here's a Guide on What to do When Hit by a Tremor

An earthquake has hit parts of North India and Pakistan on Tuesday. The tremors were left around 4:35 pm in the regions. People in New Delhi, Kashmir, Chandigarh, Islamabad, Lahore and Khyber Pakhtun region said that they experienced tremors. According to reports, the earthquake's epicentre is around Pakistan-occupied-Kashmir. The magnitude of the earthquake has been measured at 6.1 on the Richter Scale. While we are waiting for better  insight on the natural disaster, we bring you ways to save yourself from the earthquake. The first thing to be remembered during such an incident is to act immediately without panicking. While it is natural for people to be worried about such a scenario, remembering you have to move towards the nearest safety exit. Earthquake in Delhi: Strong Tremors Felt in NCR, Punjab, Haryana And Other Parts of North India.

If you are inside during an earthquake, quickly take cover. As most casualties are caused due to objects falling from the top, it is advisable to cover your head. Most of the times deaths are caused by broken glass panes, lamps, TVs and other heavy electronic objects. If you are outside, stay away from trees, lamposts, buildings and other structures. Earthquake in Pakistan: Quake of Magnitude 6.1 on Richter Scale Jolts New Mirpur, Strong Tremors Felt in North India.

• If you are in a room, take cover beneath a table and stay there until the shaking stops.
• Stay away from windows, light fixtures, heavy or sharp objects.
• Those on a wheelchair should go to a safe position and lock their wheels. Cover your head and neck with your arms if you are not able to move.
• If you are in your bed, hold on and don't move. Stay away from windows and other objects that have the potential to root away.
• Do not use elevators during an earthquake as the wires may come off at any moment.
• If you are in an open area drop to the ground and stay away from power lines.
• If you are driving, stop and stay away from bridges, water bodies and other vehicles.

ANI reported, "European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC): Earthquake of magnitude 6.1 at Richter scale strikes 173 km North-West of Lahore, Pakistan." In the recent earthquake, no loss to life and property has been reported yet. Meanwhile, people have taken to the internet with their experiences, advising others to stay safe. Earlier this month, Jammu and Kashmir and Himachal Pradesh were hit by earthquakes.

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