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Uttarkashi Earthquake: 4.2‑Magnitude Shake Hits Uttarakhand
✍️ Amar Ujala
🗓 10 Aug 2026, 11:37 AM
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A 4.2‑magnitude earthquake struck Uttarkashi in Uttarakhand on Monday night, followed by a weaker 2.0‑magnitude tremor in Tihri Garhwal. No casualties have been reported yet.
On Monday night, a 4.2‑magnitude earthquake shook the town of Uttarkashi in Uttarakhand, causing residents to feel strong tremors and leave their homes.
The seismic event was followed by a weaker 2.0‑magnitude tremor in the nearby Tihri Garhwal area, also within Uttarakhand.
So far, authorities have reported no casualties or significant damage, but they have urged residents to remain vigilant and follow safety guidelines.
Seismic monitoring agencies confirmed the epicenter near Uttarkashi and issued a warning to the local population.
The seismic event was followed by a weaker 2.0‑magnitude tremor in the nearby Tihri Garhwal area, also within Uttarakhand.
So far, authorities have reported no casualties or significant damage, but they have urged residents to remain vigilant and follow safety guidelines.
Seismic monitoring agencies confirmed the epicenter near Uttarkashi and issued a warning to the local population.