According to the U.S. Geological Survey, a 5.0 magnitude quake occurred near Port Blair Tuesday night.

The tremor shook at 15:47 UTC (21:47 local time), with its epicenter situated approximately 275 km south-southeast of Port Blair and a depth of 10 km.

Did you feel it?

Those who experienced the earthquake are encouraged to report it via the USGS Felt Report form.

Last week’s tremor

Another magnitude 2.5 tremor was recorded in the region in the past week; it also hit near Port Blair four days ago.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey