The Chamoli district of Uttar Pradesh witnessed an earthquake of magnitude 6.8 on Richter Scale in the early hours of 29th March,1999at 00 hours 35 minutes (IST), Causing extensive damage to property and loss of 103 lives. The effects of the earthquake were seen in six districts of Uttar Pradesh viz; Chamoli, Rudraprayag, Tehri Garhwal, Bageshwar, Uttarkashi and Pauri Garhwal. The impact of the earthquake was comparatively more severe in the districts of Chamoli and Rudraprayag.

Parameters:

Origin Time:            00hrs: 35 min: 13.4sec (IST)

Epicenter:               30.41 N 79.42 E           

Focal Depth:           21Km

Magnitude:              6.8

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