Archive · 28 Jul 2026
3.5 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Palghar, Second Tremor In Three Days
A small earthquake happened in Palghar, Maharashtra, on Tuesday afternoon.
It was 3.5 on the Richter scale, which is not very strong.
This is the second earthquake in three days.
The first one was on July 25 and was a bit smaller, at 3.1 magnitude.
Both earthquakes happened in a part of Maharashtra that is known for having small earthquakes from time to time.
The officials say that there is no damage or injuries, but some people are worried because there have been two earthquakes in a short time.
The officials are watching the situation closely and telling everyone to stay calm.
A 3.5 magnitude earthquake struck Palghar district, Maharashtra, on Tuesday afternoon.
This is the second earthquake in the region within three days, following a 3.1 magnitude tremor on July 25.
The epicenter of the latest earthquake was near Patilpada village.
Authorities confirmed no reports of casualties or damage to property.
The Kasa-Dhundalwadi belt in Dahanu and Talasari taluka is recognized as a seismically sensitive zone.
- Who
- Residents of Palghar district, Maharashtra
- What
- A 3.5 magnitude earthquake struck Palghar district
- When
- 1:09 pm on Tuesday
- Where
- Palghar district, Maharashtra
- Why
- The region is seismically sensitive and has experienced frequent low-intensity earthquakes.
Residents' Concerns
Official Reassurance
Seismic Activity
Residents' Concerns
Residents are concerned about the frequency of earthquakes in the seismically sensitive zone.
Official Reassurance
Officials emphasize that the recent earthquakes were of low intensity and have not caused any structural damage.
- Magnitude
- 3.5 on the Richter scale
- Location
- Palghar district, Maharashtra
- Time
- 1:09 pm on Tuesday
- Epicenter
- Near Patilpada village
- Previous Tremor
- 3.1 magnitude on July 25
- Seismic Zone
- Kasa-Dhundalwadi belt in Dahanu and Talasari taluka