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Khargone shaken by 4.5 magnitude quake early Saturday
✍️ Amar Ujala · Madhya Pradesh
🗓 14 Nov 2026, 11:31 AM
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A 4.5‑magnitude earthquake struck Khargone, Madhya Pradesh early Saturday, prompting residents to evacuate homes and schools to move children to open areas as a precaution.
An earthquake measuring 4.5 on the Richter scale was recorded in Khargone, Madhya Pradesh, on Saturday morning. The tremor was felt across the city and surrounding villages, causing panic among residents.
Witnesses reported that the shaking lasted for several seconds, after which many rushed out of their houses to assess damage. Local authorities quickly instructed people to stay outdoors and avoid re‑entering potentially unsafe structures.
In response, schools in the affected area evacuated students to nearby open grounds as a safety measure. No immediate reports of injuries or major structural collapse have been confirmed, but officials are conducting inspections to ensure public safety.
The district administration has urged citizens to remain vigilant, avoid spreading unverified information, and cooperate with rescue teams if any assistance is required.
Meteorological and geological agencies will continue to monitor aftershocks and provide updates as the situation develops.
Witnesses reported that the shaking lasted for several seconds, after which many rushed out of their houses to assess damage. Local authorities quickly instructed people to stay outdoors and avoid re‑entering potentially unsafe structures.
In response, schools in the affected area evacuated students to nearby open grounds as a safety measure. No immediate reports of injuries or major structural collapse have been confirmed, but officials are conducting inspections to ensure public safety.
The district administration has urged citizens to remain vigilant, avoid spreading unverified information, and cooperate with rescue teams if any assistance is required.
Meteorological and geological agencies will continue to monitor aftershocks and provide updates as the situation develops.