3.3-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Kutch’s Rapar; No Damage Reported
3.3-Magnitude Earthquake Hits Kutch’s Rapar; No Damage Reported
IN · Published Aug 9, 2026
A 3.3-magnitude earthquake struck near Rapar in Kutch, Gujarat, on Sunday, August 9, 2026, at approximately 1:34 p.m.
The Seismology Research Centre reported that the epicenter was located 15 km west-southwest of Rapar at a depth of 15 km.

Impact & Risks

The earthquake caused temporary concern among residents in Rapar and surrounding areas, but no injuries or significant property damage have been reported. Kutch remains a seismically active region, and while this tremor was relatively minor, it serves as a reminder of the potential risks associated with living in earthquake-prone areas.

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