aftershock
ಉತ್ತರಾಘಾತ
definition
noun
These maps graphically illustrate the change in earthquake probability during aftershock and possible foreshock sequences.
a smaller earthquake following the main shock of a large earthquake.
example
Yesterday, we had a tremor that they said was an 'aftershock' from a big earthquake that devastated Turkey.
He was almost knocked over by the 'aftershock' that followed, but he kept his ground as dust blasted by at hurricane speeds.
Was there a new earthquake or an 'aftershock' , which possibly could be triggering more tsunami waves?
The quake, measuring 5.7 on the Richter scale, was followed by an 'aftershock' measuring 5.5.
These maps graphically illustrate the change in earthquake probability during 'aftershock' and possible foreshock sequences.
It was followed by four 'aftershocks' , one of which almost matched the intensity of the first quake, registering 5.2 on the Richter scale.
They, too, were followed by waves of 'aftershocks' which hampered rescue work in an area littered with landmines laid during years of war.
Experts say more 'aftershocks' are possible, but they are unlikely to be strong enough to cause more serious damage.
There is shock and bewilderment in surrounding mountain villages too, where the earthquake and subsequent 'aftershocks' have caused landslides.
He was referring to the 'aftershocks' that invariably follow a large temblor, or main shock.
There may have been about 150 'aftershocks' since the weekend earthquake in South Asia.
Eventually these gaps are filled by large earthquakes and their 'aftershocks' .
Some families fled their homes fearing 'aftershocks' , and roads and phone lines were cut off.
Six additional 'aftershocks' were recorded throughout the next day.
From time to time 'aftershocks' of the earthquake shook the ground, and could even be felt on board ship, seeming to those on board that depth charges were being exploded in the sea.
Seismologists said 'aftershocks' powerful enough to cause heavy damage in the northern region were now highly possible.
The earthquake was followed by alarming 'aftershocks' up to seven hours later and officials warned of more to come.
The quake occurred more than 10 kilometres deep and was followed by powerful 'aftershocks' .
The earthquake and its 'aftershocks' dislodged many rocks and mines, sending them tumbling onto roads once considered safe.
Friday's earthquake and the 'aftershocks' have injured 559 people.
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