Assam's Seismic Surge: Nagaon Hit by Seventh Quake This Month

A 4.3 magnitude earthquake hit Nagaon, Assam, marking the seventh quake in the state this month. No immediate damage or casualties were reported. The region, prone to seismic activity, experienced the third tremor in Nagaon alone this month, highlighting its vulnerability to frequent earthquakes.

A 4.3 magnitude earthquake shook Assam's Nagaon district on Monday, according to officials, marking the seventh seismic event to hit the state in August, and the third to affect Nagaon directly.

No reports of casualties or property damage have emerged as authorities continue to assess the impact. The National Center for Seismology recorded the quake at 12:09 pm at a depth of 35 kilometers.

The latest tremor adds to a series of quakes in the region, with previous magnitudes recorded at 3.8 and 2.8 earlier this month. Assam's location in a high seismic zone underscores the frequent seismic activity affecting the northeastern states.

(With inputs from agencies.)