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Mild earthquake jolts Shimla, no casualties or damage reported
Shimla experienced a moderate earthquake of magnitude 3.9 on Tuesday evening, with the tremor centred at a shallow depth of 10 kilometres. No damage or casualties have been reported following the seismic event.
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The National Centre for Seismology recorded the earthquake at approximately 9:50 pm on Tuesday evening in the Himachal Pradesh capital. The tremor, measuring 3.9 on the Richter scale, struck at a depth of 10 kilometres beneath the surface.
Initial reports from the region indicate no significant damage to structures or infrastructure. Residents in Shimla and surrounding areas reported feeling the tremor, though the moderate magnitude caused no major disruptions to daily life.
The earthquake adds to the seismic activity occasionally recorded in the Himalayan foothills, a region known for its complex geological structure. The National Centre for Seismology continues to monitor the area for any aftershocks or further seismic developments.
Himachal Pradesh, located in the northern reaches of India, lies in a seismically active zone. Authorities have advised residents to remain alert and follow standard earthquake safety protocols as a precautionary measure.