Hyderabad, Oct. 29: An Andaman and Nicobar earthquake measuring 5.1 on the Richter scale was reported on Thursday afternoon, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The epicentre was located around 218 kilometres north-northwest of Bamboo Flat, and the tremor occurred at a depth of 10 kilometres.
There were no immediate reports of casualties or property damage following the earthquake. Authorities and disaster management teams were assessing the situation, according to the information provided.
Andaman and Nicobar Earthquake Recorded at 10 Km Depth
The earthquake struck the Andaman and Nicobar Islands region, which has experienced seismic activity in recent months. The reported depth of 10 kilometres indicates that the tremor originated relatively close to the Earth’s surface.
The region also experienced an earthquake on February 2, 2026, when the National Centre for Seismology recorded a magnitude of 4.6.
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Further updates on the latest tremor, including any reports of damage or aftershocks, may emerge as monitoring continues.
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