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For some time now, people in various states of India have been facing earthquake tremors one after the other. Due to this, fear is increasing among the people. Now earthquake tremors have also been felt in India’s big state Maharashtra. According to the information, on Monday morning the earth shook due to earthquake in Palghar district of Maharashtra state. Let us know what was the intensity of this earthquake.
What was the intensity of the earthquake?
The intensity of the earthquake that occurred in Palghar district of Maharashtra on Monday morning was measured at 3.7 on the Richter scale. The head of Palghar District Disaster Management Cell has given information about the earthquake that occurred on Monday. Citing the official report, he said that earthquake tremors were felt at 4.35 am in Dahanu taluka of the district.
No damage reported
The official has said that people of Bordi, Dapchari and Talasari areas in Dahanu taluka of Palghar felt the tremors of the earthquake in the early morning. According to the information given by the officials, till now no information has been received about any casualty or damage to any property due to the earthquake in Palghar.
Why do earthquakes occur?
The incidence of earthquakes has increased significantly in recent times all over the world including India. Actually, there are 7 tectonic plates within our earth. These plates keep rotating in their place continuously. However, sometimes there is conflict or friction. For this reason, earthquake incidents are seen on earth. (input language)
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