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4.9-Magnitude Quake Hits Chamoli, Uttarakhand, Felt Across Delhi-NCR
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🗓 10 Oct 2026, 03:32 AM
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A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck Chamoli district in Uttarakhand, with tremors reported across the Delhi-NCR region. No casualties or major damage have been reported so far.
A magnitude 4.9 earthquake struck the Chamoli district of Uttarakhand, as confirmed by seismic monitoring agencies. The tremor was recorded by instruments and quickly reported by national news outlets.
Residents of the National Capital Region, including Delhi, Gurgaon and Noida, reported feeling the shaking for a few seconds, prompting brief panic but no reported injuries.
Local authorities have deployed emergency response teams to the affected area and are closely monitoring for aftershocks. The National Centre for Seismic Monitoring has advised the public to remain vigilant and follow safety guidelines.
The event highlights the seismic vulnerability of the Himalayan foothills, a region that regularly experiences moderate to strong earthquakes.
Residents of the National Capital Region, including Delhi, Gurgaon and Noida, reported feeling the shaking for a few seconds, prompting brief panic but no reported injuries.
Local authorities have deployed emergency response teams to the affected area and are closely monitoring for aftershocks. The National Centre for Seismic Monitoring has advised the public to remain vigilant and follow safety guidelines.
The event highlights the seismic vulnerability of the Himalayan foothills, a region that regularly experiences moderate to strong earthquakes.