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Madhya Pradesh Earthquake: Tremors Felt in Singrauli as 3.5 Magnitude Quake Hits Region
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News18•17-10-2026, 21:40
Madhya Pradesh Earthquake: Tremors Felt in Singrauli as 3.5 Magnitude Quake Hits Region
- •An earthquake measuring 3.5 on the Richter scale struck Singrauli in Madhya Pradesh on Saturday afternoon at 2:12 PM.
- •The epicenter of the quake was located about 10 kilometers beneath the ground, causing panic and prompting residents to rush out of their homes.
- •No immediate reports of damage to buildings or injuries have been received so far from the affected areas.
- •Officials urged the public to remain calm and follow safety protocols while authorities closely monitor the situation.
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An earthquake measuring 3.5 on the Richter scale struck the Singrauli district of Madhya Pradesh on Saturday at 2:12 PM. The epicenter was located about 10 kilometers beneath the ground.
There were no immediate reports of structural damage to buildings or any injuries following the tremors. A magnitude 3.5 earthquake is considered light and rarely causes serious damage when its epicenter is at a moderate depth.
Officials in Singrauli urged the public to remain calm and emphasized following proper safety protocols in anticipation of any potential further seismic activity while the administration closely monitors the situation.
