Earthquake in Maharashtra: 4.2 Magnitude Quake Hits Amravati; No Casualties Reported
By Lokmat English Desk | Updated: September 30, 2024 16:23 IST2024-09-30T15:55:14+5:302024-09-30T16:23:20+5:30
An earthquake measuring 4.2 on the Richter scale was recorded in Maharashtra's Amravati district on Monday afternoon, according to ...
Earthquake in Maharashtra: 4.2 Magnitude Quake Hits Amravati; No Casualties Reported
An earthquake measuring 4.2 on the Richter scale was recorded in Maharashtra's Amravati district on Monday afternoon, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). Amravati's Resident Deputy Collector, Anil Bhatkar, confirmed that there were no reports of casualties or property damage. The quake occurred at 1:37 PM, as stated by the NCS.
Mild earthquake: Amravati
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Tremors measuring 4.2 on the Richter Scale were felt at 01.37 pm today (30th September) near Amravati: National Center for Seismology.
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Mild tremors were felt in various locations, including Chikaldhara, Katkumbh, Churni, Pachdongri talukas, and the Melghat area, according to Bhatkar. He also noted that the tremors were experienced in parts of Paratwada city and Dharni in the Akot region of the district.
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