Earthquake Today: 4.2-magnitude quake hits Uttarkashi, second tremor above 4 in Uttarakhand in four days
A 4.2-magnitude earthquake struck Uttarkashi in Uttarakhand on Saturday night, triggering panic as residents rushed outdoors. No damage reported so far.
Uttarkashi district in Uttarakhand experienced a 4.2-magnitude earthquake on Saturday evening, causing panic among residents in Uttarkashi town and the Yamunotri valley. The quake's epicenter was located 2 km northwest of Uttarkashi and originated at a depth of 11 km. Residents reported feeling strong shaking, with some rushing outside as a precaution due to the intensity of the tremors.
This was the second earthquake above magnitude 4 to hit Uttarakhand in four days, following a 4.9-magnitude quake in Chamoli district on October 6. There have been no reported damages following Saturday's earthquake.
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Also reported by 3 other outlets
- Earthquake of magnitude 4.2 hits Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi timesofindia.indiatimes.com
- 4.2-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Uttarakhand's Uttarkashi ndtv.com
- Magnitude 4.2 earthquake jolts Uttarakhand, epicenter in Uttarkashi hindustantimes.com
