Earthquake measuring 3.7 hits Gujarat, no casualties yet

Earthquake measuring 3.7 hits Gujarat, no casualties yet

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Tremors were felt in Surat, Navsari, Valsad and Narmada. The epicentre was said to be near Bharuch, 213 kms south of capital Gandhinagar

An earthquake of magnitude 3.7 struck Narmada district of Gujarat on Saturday evening.

Tremors were felt in Surat, Navsari, Valsad and Narmada. The epicentre was said to be near Bharuch, 213 kms south of capital Gandhinagar.

Since the quake dissipated quickly, there were no reports of loss of life, injuries or property.

Further details awaited.

An earthquake of magnitude4.6occurred in Bhachauin Kutch district of Gujarat last month. As per United States government sites USGS, the epicentre of the earthquake was 8km east-southeast of Bhachau.There are no reports of any loss of life or damage to property due to the earthquake.