Wed Dec 04 05:50:32 UTC 2024: ## Mild Earthquake Shakes Andhra Pradesh and Telangana
**Hyderabad, India** – A mild earthquake measuring approximately 5.0 on the Richter scale rattled Andhra Pradesh and Telangana states this morning at around 7:00 AM. The tremor, lasting approximately three seconds, caused brief panic in major cities including Hyderabad and Vijayawada.
Many residents initially mistook the shaking for a large vehicle passing by. However, the simultaneous shaking across a wide area quickly identified it as a seismic event.
While experts claim the 5.0 magnitude quake poses minimal danger, they’ve emphasized the unusual nature of the event. Telangana and Andhra Pradesh are not typically considered seismically active regions, making this morning’s tremor noteworthy and warranting further investigation by the state governments.
Several CCTV videos purportedly showing the earthquake’s effects have circulated online. However, many are believed to be old footage. Authentic videos show only the brief three-second duration of the shaking. There have been no reports of damage or injuries.
This is the first earthquake of any significant magnitude to hit the region in over 50 years, prompting calls for a thorough investigation into the cause and potential implications.
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