Kachchh (India) earthquake 2001 — causes, severity and impact on groundwater resources

Article type: Research Article

Authors: Khan, M.A. | Sharma, M.L.

Affiliations: Central Arid Zone Research Institute, Jodhpur-342 003, India

Abstract: Earthquake 2001 in Bhuj region of Kachchh district of Gujarat(India) was one of the most devastating earthquakes in the Indian history. This earthquake has caused severe damage to human life and properties. The impact of earthquake on groundwater resources at many locations was significant. Steep rise in static water level due to earthquake was observed at Bhachau and Chandarani. At other location groundwater followed the declining trend.

Keywords: earthquake, geology, groundwater, Bhuj, Kachchh

Journal: Journal of Environmental Sciences, vol. 15, no. 4, pp. 500-505, 2003