A mild tremor with a magnitude of 3.3 was experienced today in various parts of Salem district, about 120 km from here, triggering panic among people who rushed out of their homes.
However, no damage was reported, district officials said.
The tremor was felt at Thivattipatti, Ammapettai, Omalur, Tharamangalam and Kannangurichi for a few seconds around 7.50 AM, they said.
The tremor was also felt in and around Mettur dam, which was brimming to full, they added.
The magnitude of the tremor was not recorded as the seismograph installed in Salem district collector's office was out of order.
District officials said there was no cause for concern in the area.
Meanwhile, Public Works Department officials are carrying out inspection of the dam area.
Besides, the tremor was felt in a few places in Dharmapuri district, officials added.
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