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3.6‑magnitude tremor hits Palghar, Maharashtra; no injuries reported
✍️ The Economic Times
🗓 27 Sep 2026, 11:32 AM
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A 3.6‑magnitude earthquake struck Palghar district in Maharashtra early today. Authorities confirmed no injuries or property damage.
A shallow earthquake measuring 3.6 on the Richter scale was recorded in the Palghar district of Maharashtra at around 04:30 IST. The tremor was felt briefly by residents in nearby towns but did not cause any panic.
The state disaster management authority and local police quickly inspected the area and reported that there were no casualties, injuries, or structural damage to homes and infrastructure.
Seismologists from the India Meteorological Department noted that such low‑magnitude quakes are common in the western coastal belt and usually do not pose a threat. They advised the public to stay alert for any aftershocks, although none were expected.
The incident underscores the importance of continuous monitoring in a region that lies near the tectonic boundary between the Indian and Eurasian plates.
The state disaster management authority and local police quickly inspected the area and reported that there were no casualties, injuries, or structural damage to homes and infrastructure.
Seismologists from the India Meteorological Department noted that such low‑magnitude quakes are common in the western coastal belt and usually do not pose a threat. They advised the public to stay alert for any aftershocks, although none were expected.
The incident underscores the importance of continuous monitoring in a region that lies near the tectonic boundary between the Indian and Eurasian plates.