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India Classifies Seismic Hazard Zones in Kashmir and Ladakh

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What happened

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Four earthquakes struck Jammu and Kashmir within about 12 hours, with epicentres located in the Doda-Kishtwar belt. No loss of life or damage to property was reported from the region. Officials noted that large parts of Kashmir and Ladakh fall under Seismic Zones IV and V in India's seismic zones.

From prokerala.com

Why it matters

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The classification of hazard zones in Kashmir and Ladakh highlights the region's vulnerability to earthquakes. This seismic zoning may increase construction costs and risk in Ladakh.

From prokerala.com

Who's involved

  • IndiaIndia, which issued the seismic zoning classification for the regions.
  • KashmirKashmir, which experienced the series of recent earthquakes.
  • LadakhLadakh, which was included in the seismic hazard zone classification.

Who could feel it

Possible knock-on effects

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  • LadakhSpeculative

    Regulatory action regarding Seismic Zone V might increase construction costs and risk in Ladakh.

  • National Disaster Management AuthoritySpeculative

    The seismic zone classification could increase preparedness funding and operational mandate for the National Disaster Management Authority.

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