Earthquake in Afghanistan, felt in north India including Gujarat
October 26, 2015
Ahmedabad
Earthquake measuring 7.5 magnitude struck in northeastern Afghanistan, effects of which were felt in parts of Pakistan, northern parts of India including Delhi, Haryana, Punjab, Kashmir, Rajasthan, Uttar Pradesh and also Gujarat.
Those working in high-rise towers in Ahmedabad and other cities felt tremor just before 3.00 pm for a minute or so.
People rushed outside the towers and gathered outside for some time apprehending aftershock. The experience was similar to the earthquake in Nepal.
There are no reports of damage to life or property so far as India is concerned.
– DeshGujarat
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