On December 8, 2023, the National Center for Seismology delivered a statement that reverberated through the region, both physically and metaphorically. The announcement conveyed, “Magnitude 3.2 Earthquake Recorded on 08-12-2023 at 07:39:22 IST, Latitude: 12.50, Longitude: 79.85, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Chengalpattu, Tamil Nadu, India.” This seismic occurrence not only registered on the Richter scale but also raised concerns about seismic activity in Tamil Nadu.
Chengalpattu, situated in Tamil Nadu, witnessed a sudden shift in the Earth’s crust, resulting in a magnitude 3.2 earthquake. The recorded depth of 10 km suggests that the disturbance occurred in the lower crust, with precise location coordinates indicating the epicenter of this seismic event.
The National Center for Seismology, serving as the country’s authoritative body for seismic monitoring and information dissemination, emphasized the significance of the Chengalpattu earthquake in their alert. The use of the term “Earthquake in Tamil Nadu” in their statement underscores the regional impact of this seismic event, contributing to heightened awareness about seismic activity in the area.
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