Iran Earthquake: A powerful earthquake has struck Iran, leaving behind a trail of destruction and sorrow. The earthquake, with a magnitude of 4.9 on the Richter scale, has claimed the lives of four people and injured more than 120. The tremors caused damage to buildings and infrastructure, particularly in the Kashmir County of Razavi Khorasan province. Local officials quickly mobilized emergency response teams to the affected area. Impact on urban and rural areasThe earthquake struck the northeastern city of Kashmir at 1:24 PM local time on Tuesday. The tremors were felt across both urban and rural regions, causing extensive damage to older buildings. Governor Hajatullah Shariatmadari reported on state television that over 120 people had been hospitalized due to injuries sustained during the quake. Television footage revealed scenes of devastation, with rescue workers navigating through the rubble of collapsed buildings and streets turned into debris.Watch the videos here:🚨🇮🇷RESCUE TEAMS DEPLOYED AFTER EARTHQUAKE IN IRANFollowing the magnitude 4.9 earthquake that struck Kashmar county, Razavi Khorasan province, the Iranian Red Crescent Society rapidly deployed teams to help.They sent 5 teams, including sniffer dogs, to support the Helal House… https://t.co/EkilpZhTIu pic.twitter.com/crTwXq06nu— Mario Nawfal (@MarioNawfal) June 18, 2024Where was EpicenterThe US Geological Survey identified the earthquakes epicenter at a depth of 10 kilometers (six miles). Iran, located atop several tectonic plates, frequently experiences seismic activity, making earthquakes a common natural hazard. This latest earthquake is part of a long history of seismic disturbances in Iran. Just last year, a 5.9 magnitude earthquake in the mountainous northwest region killed three people and injured over 800, with areas near the Turkish border being particularly affected.Historical earthquake tragediesOne of the most devastating earthquakes in Irans history occurred in 2003 in the southeastern city of Bam. This 6.6 magnitude earthquake resulted in the deaths of more than 31,000 people. The frequent occurrence of such disasters has underscored the need for improved disaster preparedness in the country.Enhancing disaster preparednessIn response to the frequent seismic activity, Iran has undertaken efforts to enhance its disaster preparedness. These measures include retrofitting old buildings to withstand earthquakes and improving early warning systems. The aim is to reduce the impact of future earthquakes and protect the lives and property of Irans citizens.
