India

Earthquake of magnitude 4.1 hits West Bengal

Sakal Times News Desk

Published:26th Aug, 2020 at 11:42 AM

Earthquake of magnitude 4.1 on the Richter scale hit West Bengal on Wednesday morning. The tremors were witnessed from Durgapur at approximately 7:54 am, the National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported.

"Earthquake of Magnitude:4.1, Occurred on 26-08-2020, 07:54:02 IST, Lat: 23.79 and Long: 88.36, Depth: 10 Km, Location: 110 km ENE of Durgapur, West Bengal," the NCS tweeted.

According to sources, there were no immediate reports of any loss of life or damage to property, amid the earthquake. Tremors were felt in the industrial town and its surroundings.

Enjoyed reading The Bridge Chronicle?
Your support motivates us to do better. Follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to stay updated with the latest stories.
You can also read on the go with our Android and iOS mobile app.

Earthquake of magnitude 4.1 hits West Bengal

Also Read

What is TTS, a Rare Condition Caused By Covishield Vaccine

Why Do We Celebrate Maharashtra Day and Gujarat Day On May 1? Here's All You Need To Know

Marathi Actor Swapnil Joshi turns producer with Praksh Mokashi's next, “Nach ga Guma”

Election Commission of India, playing by the book or letting the players loose

Pune Weekend Guide: Ideas To Unleash Your Creativity and Beat Stress