Palghar, September 26 (Daily Kiran) : A 3.6 magnitude earthquake shook Palghar district in Maharashtra on the night of September 26. The National Center for Seismology (NCS) reported that the quake occurred at 10:33 PM, with its epicenter located approximately 5 kilometers underground. The coordinates for the epicenter were recorded at 20.047 latitude and 72.974 longitude.
Initial reports indicate that there were no injuries or damage to property. However, the tremors caused a moment of panic among local residents. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and assessing any potential impacts. Officials have urged the public to disregard rumors and to follow any directives issued by the administration in case of emergencies.
This earthquake follows a recent seismic event in Bhutan on September 19, where a 4.9 magnitude quake was reported. The epicenter of that quake was near Gyelpozhing, occurring at 4:01 PM Indian time, also at a depth of 5 kilometers. Tremors were felt in northeastern India as well, prompting the Assam State Disaster Management Authority to advise residents to remain calm, with no damage reported.
Additionally, a 5.0 magnitude earthquake was recorded in Nepal on September 8, with its epicenter located 196 kilometers northwest of Kathmandu at a depth of 143 kilometers. The greater depth of these quakes often reduces the likelihood of surface damage. Fortunately, no reports of casualties or property damage have emerged from Nepal, which is known to be in a seismically active zone.
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