5.3 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Mulugu, Tremors Felt in Hyderabad

A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck Mulugu district in Telangana on Wednesday morning, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS).

The earthquake occurred at 7:27 am at a depth of 40 km, with its epicenter located near Mulugu. The NCS confirmed the details on social media, posting:

“EQ of M: 5.3, On: 04/12/2024 07:27:02 IST, Lat: 18.44 N, Long: 80.24 E, Depth: 40 Km, Location: Mulugu, Telangana.”*

Tremors from the moderate-intensity quake were felt in Mulugu and surrounding districts, including Hyderabad.
One social media user, ‘Telangana Weatherman,’ remarked:

“For the first time in the last 20 years, a 5.3 magnitude earthquake hit Telangana with Mulugu as the epicenter. The tremors were felt across the state, including Hyderabad. It’s the strongest earthquake in the region in recent memory.”

Fortunately, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or property damage.

Telangana lies in Seismic Zone II, which is considered a low-intensity earthquake zone. India has four seismic zones, with Zone V being the most prone to high-intensity seismic activity.