A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck Baramulla district in Jammu & Kashmir early Monday, with its epicentre near Pattan. A 4.7-magnitude earthquake struck Jammu and Kashmir’s Baramulla district early Monday, officials reported. According to preliminary data from the Android Earthquake Alerts System, the quake was centred approximately five kilometres from Hanjiwera Bala. Social media was flooded with messages from local residents sharing their experiences and expressing concern about potential secondary tremors. Jammu and Kashmir, particularly areas near the Himalayas, lies in a seismically active zone, making preparedness and timely alerts critical for minimising damage and ensuring public safety.

Source: dna February 02, 2026 05:04 UTC