A recent alert issued by an organization called Earthquake Research and Analysis has sparked concern across Telangana and parts of Andhra Pradesh. The group has predicted a high-intensity earthquake near Ramagundam, with possible tremors felt in surrounding regions such as Hyderabad, Warangal, Amaravati, and even parts of Maharashtra.
The organization’s claim, however, has not been confirmed by any official scientific body or government agency. Earthquake experts and meteorological authorities have clarified that there is currently no established method to predict earthquakes in advance, and the Indian Meteorological Department (IMD) has dismissed any cause for alarm based on unverified sources.
Telangana and Andhra Pradesh fall under Seismic Zones II and III of the Pacific classification, areas where only low to moderate seismic activity is generally expected. While the region has experienced occasional minor earthquakes in the past, they have not led to significant damage.
Historical records show that the region has experienced tremors in the past, including a 5.1 magnitude earthquake in Ongole (Prakasam district) in 1969 and a 4.5 magnitude quake in Adilabad in 1998. Hyderabad experienced low-intensity tremors in 1984, 1999, and 2013. None of these events resulted in major loss or structural damage.
Officials from IMD reiterated that since earthquake forecasting is not possible with current scientific methods, the public should not panic over unverified claims. However, they advised general preparedness and awareness, especially in densely populated or structurally sensitive areas.
Experts suggest that while the warning may not be grounded in confirmed data, remaining alert and informed is always beneficial in regions with occasional seismic activity.
