A mild tremor shook parts of western Odisha on Monday evening as a 3.9 magnitude earthquake struck near Debagada district at 10:48 PM.
According to the National Data and Information (NDI) seismologists, the quake originated at a depth of 20 kilometers and was classified as Intensity II, meaning it was weakly felt and posed no significant risk.
Residents in nearby towns including Anugola, Talcher, Sambalpur, Dhenkanal, Jharsuguda, Raurkela, Badabil, and Baragada may have experienced light vibrations, though no damage or casualties have been reported. The tremor was the strongest in the region in the past month, but experts confirmed there is no tsunami potential linked to this event.
Odisha, though not considered a high-risk seismic zone compared to northern India, has witnessed occasional tremors in recent years. Monday’s quake serves as a reminder of the importance of preparedness, even for minor seismic activity.
Globally, the earthquake coincided with other seismic activity, including tremors in Indonesia, California, and Alaska, underscoring the interconnected nature of tectonic movements.
#Earthquake (#भकप) (#India)
🌍 New Earthquake 🌍
📍 Location: ORISSA, INDIA
📏 Magnitude (m): 3.9
🔽 Depth: 20.00 km
⏰ Time: 2026-09-28 17:18:20 UTC
🔗 Source: NDIhttps://t.co/S4vrCopK5Z pic.twitter.com/ErPOYuEbSF— Early Warning (@VolcanoEWS) September 28, 2026
