Russia’s massive earthquake raises alarm, is Baba Vanga’s end-of-the-world warning coming true? India also in danger?

A very strong earthquake has hit Russia in the Kamchatka Peninsula and is considered one of the strongest, with a magnitude between 8.7 and 8.8 on the Richter scale. The impact is so serious that tsunami warnings have been issued for many places, including the US, Japan, and nearby coastal regions. This region is sensitive, as both the U.S. and Russia have nuclear bases in Alaska and Kamchatka. Because of the possible tsunami risk, Japan has already evacuated its Fukushima nuclear plant to prevent any danger.

Now, a tsunami has hits Japan and its effects could also reach India’s Andaman and Nicobar Islands. Just a day earlier, this region also experienced an earthquake, which makes people even more concerned.

This event is also reminding people of a scary prediction made by Bulgarian mystic Baba Vanga. She had said that between 2025 and 2026, the Earth would shake violently, and floods and disasters would follow. She even warned that huge earthquakes could lead to destruction across the planet, possibly marking the beginning of a global catastrophe. Baba Vanga had also predicted a major military conflict in Europe.

Right now, scientists are studying the reasons behind such a powerful earthquake, and some people are connecting it with deeper natural forces or even spiritual beliefs.

World’s deadliest earthquakes 

According to the USGS (United States Geological Survey), earthquakes are one of the most dangerous natural disasters. Over the years, they have caused massive destruction and loss of life across the world.

The strongest earthquake ever recorded happened in 1960 in Biobío, Chile, with a magnitude of 9.5. It is known as the Great Chile Earthquake or Valdivia Earthquake. It killed 1,655 people and left 2 million people homeless.

Before that, in 1952, a powerful 9.0 magnitude earthquake struck Kamchatka, Russia. It was one of the earliest massive earthquakes recorded. This quake caused a huge tsunami, which even reached Hawaii, causing over USD 1 million in damages at that time.

Another major earthquake occurred in 2011 in Tohoku, Japan. It had a magnitude of 9.1 and triggered a devastating tsunami. The disaster led to the death of more than 15,000 people and left over 130,000 people without homes.

Most powerful earthquake in India

The strongest earthquake ever recorded in India struck Arunachal Pradesh in 1950. This massive earthquake measured 8.6 on the Richter scale and is often called the Assam–Tibet Earthquake. It caused strong shaking, deep cracks in the ground, and landslides in many places. Sadly, around 780 people lost their lives in this disaster.

Why do earthquakes happen?

There are seven main tectonic plates under the Earth’s surface. Due to the intense heat and pressure, these plates are always moving slowly. But when they suddenly shift or collide, they release a lot of energy. That’s when we feel earthquakes.

These ‘three forces’ make earthquakes so dangerous

Big earthquakes become truly destructive because of three types of waves. These are:

  • P-Waves (Primary Waves): These are the fastest waves. They are the first to arrive when an earthquake strikes. They feel like a sudden jolt or explosion.
  • S-Waves (Secondary Waves): These travel more slowly than P-waves. When they hit, they cause a rolling or shaking motion, which can damage buildings and structures.
  • Surface Waves: These waves only form during very strong earthquakes. They move along the surface of the Earth and can shake the ground side to side or like ocean waves, causing massive destruction.

What is the Richter Scale?

According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), earthquakes are measured on the Richter Scale.
This scale shows how strong an earthquake is. The Richter Scale is logarithmic. This means that each increase by 1 point means the earthquake is 10 times stronger.  For example:

  • A 6.0 earthquake is 10 times stronger than a 5.0 earthquake.
  • A 7.0 quake is 100 times stronger than a 5.0 quake.

What causes earthquakes?

Earthquakes happen when a large amount of energy is suddenly released inside the Earth. The main reason is the movement of tectonic plates.

Tectonic Plates, these are huge pieces of rock that form the outer shell of the Earth. They are always moving slowly and When these plates collide, slide past, or move away from each other, earthquakes can happen.

Some earthquakes are man-made or caused by natural events, such as:

  • Volcanoes erupting
  • Landslides
  • Explosions in mines
  • Nuclear tests

 Why do earthquakes make loud rumbles?

According to the US Geological Survey (USGS), the depth of the earthquake’s center matters a lot.

If the epicenter is shallow (closer to the Earth’s surface), then more energy reaches the ground. This energy creates high-frequency waves that move through the soil and rocks. That’s why during earthquakes, you often hear a loud rumbling or roaring noise. It sounds scary, but it’s just the waves traveling through the ground.

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