4.2 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Near Pātan, Gujarat – Latest Updates and Impact

Moderate Earthquake in Gujarat, India

On November 15, 2024, a magnitude 4.2 earthquake struck 23 km southeast of Pātan, Gujarat, at 9:45 PM local time (16:45 UTC). The quake occurred at a depth of 10 km, which is considered shallow. It was first reported by India’s National Center for Seismology (NCS) shortly after the incident.

Impact and Felt Reports

The earthquake was felt in nearby towns, though no significant damage occurred. Light vibrations were reported in:

• Chānasma (19 km away, population: 15,600)
• Pātan (23 km away, population: 117,900)
• Visnagar (26 km away, population: 68,600)
• Vadnagar (36 km away, population: 24,800)
• Kherālu (38 km away, population: 20,800)

Further away, weak shaking was felt in Kadi (46 km), Pālanpur (53 km), and Ahmedabad (82 km).

User Reports

As of now, 178 reports indicate the earthquake was felt across distances up to 500 km, and some reports came from as far as 519 km away. Most reports originated from Ahmedabad (54 reports) and Pālanpur (28 reports).

Details of the Earthquake

• Date and Time: November 15, 2024, at 10:15 PM local time
• Magnitude: 4.2
• Depth: 10 km
• Epicenter Coordinates: 23.71°N, 72.3°E
• Shaking Intensity: IV (Light shaking)

Nearby Places Affected

Here are nearby areas that experienced noticeable shaking:

Summary

The earthquake’s occurrence in Gujarat at a shallow depth ensured it was felt by many. No reports of significant damage were made, making this event noteworthy yet non-catastrophic. This earthquake serves as a reminder of the seismic activity present in this region.