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The National Center for Seismology confirmed that a 5.1-magnitude earthquake had struck the Bay of Bengal around 6:10 AM.
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The brief tremor caused momentary concern, but authorities have clarified that no damage or injuries have been reported anywhere.
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Many locals shared their experience online. One user mentioned receiving a Google alert just moments before the ground lightly shook.
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Reports suggest the quake’s epicenter was located nearly 175 km off the Odisha coast, deep in the Bay of Bengal.
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Experts are continuing to monitor aftershock possibilities, but officials say there is no immediate threat to the region.
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