Update: Seismic activity on Sept. 3 – 5.1 magnitude earthquake close to Joshīmath, India recorded

Published Sep 13, 2026

A 5.1 magnitude quake struck near Joshīmath on Thursday afternoon, the U.S. Geological Survey reported.

The USGS reported a tremor in the region at 08:16 UTC (16:16 local time). The epicenter was roughly 119 km northeast of Joshīmath, at a depth of 10 km.

Did you feel it?

If you felt the earthquake, you can share your observations using the USGS Felt Report form.

Source: The U.S. Geological Survey