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Earthquake of 3.7 magnitude hits Palghar in Maharashtra, panic spreads.
- •An earthquake measuring 3.7 on the Richter scale struck the Palghar district of Maharashtra on Thursday evening, according to the National Center for Seismology.
- •The tremor originated at a shallow depth of just 7 km underground, with its epicenter located 88 kilometers west of Nashik, causing strong tremors.
- •No loss of life or property has been reported so far, and local authorities have confirmed that the situation remains under control and normal.
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The earthquake recorded on October 8, 2026, at 7:16:20 PM had a magnitude of 3.7 on the Richter scale and originated from a depth of about 7 km underground. Its epicenter was located 88 km west of Nashik, with coordinates corresponding to Talasari taluka near the border with Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Gujarat.
Fortunately, no news or reports of any loss of life, injuries, or damage to property have been documented following the low-intensity tremor. The local administration confirmed that the situation remains completely under control and normal.
The entire Palghar region in Maharashtra falls under Seismic Zone 3, which indicates a constant risk of moderate-intensity earthquakes. The district, particularly areas like Dahanu and Talasari, frequently experiences mild seismic activity over the years.
