Two back-to-back tremors hit Palghar in Maharashtra; no casualty
- Posted on August 11, 2026
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In brief
Maharashtra's Palghar district experienced two consecutive seismic events Monday evening, with magnitudes registering at 3.4 on the Richter scale. Both tremors originated from the Jawhar taluka region at shallow depths of approximately 5 kilometers, occurring within a 56-minute interval. Local authorities confirmed no injuries, fatalities, or structural damage resulted from the geological activity. Emergency response teams remained vigilant while reassuring the community about seismic safety measures.
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Two back-to-back tremors hit Palghar in Maharashtra; no casualty
Two tremors of magnitude 3.4 struck Maharashtras Palghar district within an hour on Monday night, officials said. The earthquakes occurred at a depth of 5 km in Jawhar taluka at 10.04 pm and 11 pm. No casualties or property damage were reported, while authorities monitored the situation and urged residents to remain calm.
