Earthquake of 4.3 magnitude hits Sikkim

13 February,2023 09:52 AM IST |  Washington  |  PTI

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An earthquake of 4.3 magnitude struck Sikkim in the early hours of Monday, according to the National Center for Seismology.

The earthquake took place around 4.15 am at a depth of 10 km, around 70 km north-west of Yuksom in West Sikkim district, it said.

The tremors were felt in and around Yuksom town, officials said.

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There was no report of any damage or loss of life, they said.

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