Published: June 5, 2026 • 10:46 PM IST · Updated: June 6, 2026 • 6:45 AM ISTBy TheBriefWire Editorial Team
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Chamba: A 5.0-magnitude earthquake struck Himachal Pradesh’s Chamba district on Friday night, sending people rushing out of their homes in several areas.
The tremor was felt across parts of the hill state, leading to panic among residents.
According to preliminary reports, the earthquake was recorded around 10:04 pm.
The epicentre was located in Chamba district, while tremors were also felt in nearby regions, including Dharamshala, Shimla and other adjoining areas.
The quake reportedly originated at a depth of around 5 kilometres.