4.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Gujarat, Tremors Felt in Ahmedabad and Gandhinagar

Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 06:11pm on 15 Nov 2024,Friday Weather & Environment

A 4.2 magnitude earthquake shook parts of northern Gujarat, including Ahmedabad, Gandhinagar, and Mehsana, at 10:15 pm on Friday. According to the Institute of Seismological Research, Gandhinagar, the epicentre was located 13 km south-southwest of Patan in Banaskantha district. Fortunately, no casualties or property damage have been reported so far. Residents in affected areas reported mild tremors but no panic ensued. Authorities remain on alert, monitoring the situation closely. This incident highlights Gujarat's vulnerability to seismic activity. Further updates will be provided as information becomes available.

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