3.6 magnitude earthquake strikes Upper Siang in Arunachal Pradesh
Upper Siang, August 5
An earthquake of magnitude 3.6 was recorded in Upper Siang district of Arunachal Pradesh on Wednesday afternoon, according to the National Center for Seismology.
The quake occurred at 3:31 PM IST. The epicenter was located at a latitude of 29.022 N and longitude of 94.683 E, at a depth of 10 km.
"EQ of M: 3.6, On: 05/08/2026 15:31:21 IST, Lat: 29.022 N, Long: 94.683 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Upper Siang, Arunachal Pradesh," NCS posted on X.
No reports of damage to property or loss of life have been received so far.
Earthquakes can occur anywhere between the Earth's surface and about 700 kilometres below the surface. For scientific purposes, this earthquake depth range of 0-700 km is divided into three zones: shallow, intermediate, and deep, as per USGS data.
Shallow earthquakes are generally more dangerous than deep earthquakes. This is because the seismic waves from shallow earthquakes have a shorter distance to travel to the surface, resulting in stronger ground shaking and potentially more damage to structures and greater casualties.
— ANI
Reader Comments
A 3.6 magnitude is quite mild, but it's a reminder that we live in a seismically active zone. The article's explanation about shallow vs deep earthquakes is useful—good to know why some tremors feel stronger. Hope the local administration stays alert.
Fortunately, this was a low-intensity quake. The Northeast has seen bigger ones in the past, so it's always better to have earthquake-resistant building codes strictly enforced. A little awareness goes a long way. Stay safe, Arunachal! 💪
It's good that the NCS is providing timely updates on X. Even for a small quake, transparency is key. I just wish more people in remote areas had access to early warning systems. Prevention is better than cure, as we say.
These small tremors are nature's way of reminding us to be prepared. The article rightly points out that shallow quakes are more dangerous. Let's hope the government invests more in seismic monitoring in the Northeast. Better safe than sorry!
Living in the US, I know how scary earthquakes can be, even small ones. Glad there was no damage here. Hope the local authorities use this as a chance to review emergency protocols.
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