Dec 04, 2024 08:11 AM IST
Telangana earthquake today: An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.3 hit Telangana’s Mulugu at 7:27am, said the National Center for Seismology.
Telangana earthquake today: A 5.3-magnitude earthquake jolted Telangana’s Mulugu district on Wednesday morning, with tremors reported in Hyderabad, the National Center for Seismology said. The quake struck at 7:27am, causing panic among residents.
There were no immediate reports of casualties or major damage. Authorities are assessing the situation, while experts advise residents to stay alert and avoid crowded or unsafe structures during earthquakes.
“EQ of M: 5.3, On: 04/12/2024 07:27:02 IST, Lat: 18.44 N, Long: 80.24 E, Depth: 40 Km, Location: Mulugu, Telangana,” the National Center for Seismology posted on X.
Telangana rarely experiences seismic activity, making the quake a rare event in the region.
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