A moderate earthquake measuring 5.0 on the Richter scale struck Chamba district of Himachal Pradesh on Friday night, sending tremors across several parts of the state and causing panic among residents. According to seismic data, the earthquake occurred at 10:04 pm. The epicentre was located in the Chamba region at latitude 32.289° North and longitude 76.434° East, with a shallow depth of 5 kilometres, which contributed to the tremors being felt over a wide area.
Tremors Felt Across Districts
The earthquake was experienced in Chamba, Dharamsala, Palampur, Mandi, and adjoining districts. Many residents rushed out of their homes and buildings as the ground shook for a few seconds. People gathered in open spaces fearing aftershocks, while social media platforms were flooded with messages reporting the tremors from different parts of the state.
No Casualties or Damage Reported
Despite the strong jolt, there were no immediate reports of any loss of life or damage to property from any part of Himachal. Authorities have urged residents to remain calm and stay alert for any possible aftershocks. Seismologists are monitoring the situation closely.
