5.0 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Chamba District in Himachal Pradesh
Himachal Pradesh Earthquake: 5.0 magnitude quake jolts Chamba and nearby districts
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A 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh on Friday night at 10:04 PM. The tremor was felt in surrounding areas, including Shimla, but no casualties or major damage have been reported so far. Authorities are monitoring the situation.
- 01The earthquake occurred at 10:04 PM on Friday night.
- 02It registered a magnitude of 5.0 on the Richter scale.
- 03The epicentre was located at latitude 32.289°N and longitude 76.434°E.
- 04The quake struck at a shallow depth of 5 kilometres.
- 05Residents in Chamba and nearby districts reported feeling the tremor.
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On Friday night, a 5.0 magnitude earthquake hit Chamba district in Himachal Pradesh at 10:04 PM. Preliminary reports indicate that the tremor was felt not only in Chamba but also in nearby districts, including the state capital, Shimla. While the earthquake caused concern among residents, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or significant damage. The epicentre of the quake was located at latitude 32.289°N and longitude 76.434°E, with a shallow depth of 5 kilometres. Authorities are currently monitoring the situation and awaiting further details.
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Residents of Chamba and nearby districts experienced concern due to the tremor, but no immediate damage was reported.
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