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Myanmar Magnitude‑6 Quake Shakes Kolkata, No Damage Reported, Officials Assess

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Magnitude‑6 Earthquake Originates in Myanmar at Night The quake struck at 9:04 p.m. IST on 3 February 2026, registering magnitude 6.0 with a focal depth of 27 km [1]. The India Meteorological Department located the epicentre at latitude 20.42° N, longitude 93.88° E [1]. IMD officials released the parameters shortly after the event and began disseminating information to neighboring countries [1].

Tremors Felt Across Kolkata and Surrounding High‑Rise Buildings Residents of Kolkata and nearby districts reported noticeable shaking on Tuesday evening, especially occupants of high‑rise offices and apartments [1]. The tremor lasted only a few seconds, and no structural damage or injuries were reported in the Indian side [1]. Social‑media posts and eyewitness accounts corroborated the widespread sensation of movement across the city [1].

Authorities Continue Assessment, No Injuries Confirmed An IMD spokesperson confirmed the earthquake’s Myanmar origin and stated that assessments were ongoing to verify any secondary effects [1]. The agency emphasized that, as of the latest update, there were no confirmed casualties or property loss in India [1]. Officials urged the public to remain alert for possible aftershocks while scientific teams continued monitoring seismic activity [1].

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1999 – A magnitude 7.3 earthquake strikes Taiwan, killing more than 2,000 people and underscoring the island’s long‑standing vulnerability to large quakes[3].

2016 – A magnitude 6.4 quake hits southern Taiwan, causing over 100 deaths and reinforcing the need for robust seismic preparedness across the archipelago[3].

Jan 7, 2025 – A magnitude 7.1 quake devastates Tingri County in Tibet, killing 126, injuring 200 and collapsing villages, highlighting the broader Himalayan seismic risk that informs regional disaster planning[4].

Mar 28, 2025 – A magnitude 7.7 earthquake rocks central Myanmar near Mandalay, killing >3,600 and injuring >5,000, illustrating the severe impact of high‑magnitude events in neighboring countries and prompting cross‑border relief coordination[4].

Dec 27, 2025 – A magnitude 7.0 offshore quake strikes 32 km off Yilan, Taiwan, at 73 km depth; intensity‑four shaking rattles Taipei, briefly cuts power to >3,000 Yilan homes, triggers limited evacuations at TSMC’s Hsinchu Science Park, and prompts President Lai Ching‑te to post “situation under control, stay alert for aftershocks”[1].

Dec 28, 2025 – Meteorological authorities warn that aftershocks of magnitude 5.5‑6.0 are likely the following day, advising continued vigilance despite the quake’s offshore location and depth limiting damage[1].

Feb 3, 2026 – Residents and office workers in Kolkata feel tremors after a magnitude 6.0 quake hits Myanmar at 9:04 p.m. IST, depth 27 km; an IMD official confirms the epicentre and says “we are ascertaining the details of the quake,” while no injuries or structural damage are reported[2].

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