Archive · 8 Jan 2026
3.9 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Assam
A small earthquake happened in Assam, India, on Thursday evening.
It was not very strong, but people felt it in many parts of the state.
No one was hurt, and nothing was damaged.
This is the second earthquake in Assam in a few days.
The first one was stronger and hurt three people.
Assam is in a place where earthquakes happen often.
A 3.9 magnitude earthquake struck Assam on Thursday evening.
The epicenter was in Udalguri district at a depth of 10 km.
Tremors were felt in central and northern parts of the state, including Guwahati.
No injuries or property damage were reported.
This is the second earthquake in Assam in three days, following a 5.1 magnitude quake on Monday.
- Who
- Residents of central and northern Assam, including Guwahati
- What
- A 3.9 magnitude earthquake
- When
- Thursday evening at 7:30 PM
- Where
- Udalguri district, Assam, India
- Why
- Assam is in a high seismic zone, making it prone to earthquakes
- Magnitude
- 3.9
- Epicenter
- Udalguri district
- Depth
- 10 km
- Time
- 7:30 PM
- Coordinates
- 26.71 N, 92.30 E
- Affected Areas
- Central and northern Assam, including Guwahati
- Injuries
- None reported
- Property Damage
- None reported