Sunday, August 30, 2009

Earthquake prediction in Assam kicks-off debate: mixed reaction among experts

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wo scientists countered the statement of environmental scientist Dr Surya Kanta Sharma predicting a big intensity quake in Northeast within 2010. The opinions are divided on possible earthquake likely to be jolted Assam and Northeast within 2010. After three decade long study, environmental scientist Dr Surya Kanta Sharma on Friday said a big intensity tremor is due for the region which lies on zone V of earthquake region. However, geologist and professor of Gauhati University Dr Bhagavat Duarah gave an opposite version. According to him, there is no system for prediction of earthquake. Echoing a similar opinion, head of geography of Gauhati University, Dr Lakhyahire Dutta said the earthquake is a natural disaster and none can predict it. Confusion prevails among the people of the state following the debate among the scientist on prediction of a big intensity quake in Northeast.

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