Mild tremor hits Palghar in Maharashtra; no casualties
District Disaster Management Cell chief Vivekanand Kadam said there was no injury or damage after a 3.6-magnitude tremor struck Talasari area
On Sunday evening, September 26, 2026, a magnitude 3.6 earthquake shook the Palghar district of Maharashtra, according to officials. The tremor's epicenter was located at a depth of 5 kilometers in the Talasari region, they reported. District Disaster Management Cell chief Vivekanand Kadam informed that there were no reports of injuries or damage to property.
Local authorities were keeping a close eye on the situation. Palghar, situated in the coastal region of Maharashtra, has historically experienced minor seismic activity. Authorities have urged residents to remain calm and adhere to standard safety procedures.
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