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    Loud explosion with earthquake felt at Yercaud; people panic

    Loud explosion with earthquake felt at Yercaud; people panic

    Loud explosion with earthquake felt at Yercaud; people panic
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    CHENNAI: A loud explosion was heard at Yercaud in Salem district on January 27 around 12 noon which caused commotion.

    According to a report from Daily Thanthi, the explosion resulted in a mild earthquake lasting for about 2 seconds.

    People residing nearby ran out of their houses, in shock and fear.

    It is reported that this was felt not only in Yercaud Town but also in surrounding villages, causing a stir.

    Officials said that the information about the earthquake would be released by National Seismological Database Centre, which is located at New Delhi.

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