Strong Earthquake Impacts Kathmandu, Tremors Felt in Bihar

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Kathmandu early Friday, resulting in injuries and minor structural damage. The tremors were felt widely, including in parts of Bihar, India. Although there were no fatalities, the incident highlights Nepal’s susceptibility to seismic activity.

A strong earthquake struck Kathmandu, Nepal, and its neighboring areas in the early hours of Friday, resulting in injuries and structural damage. The quake, measuring 6.1 in magnitude, occurred at 2:51 AM, with its epicenter located in Bhairabkunda, Sindhupalchowk district, approximately 65 kilometers east of the capital. Local reports indicate that at least four individuals sustained injuries as a result of the tremors, which were felt across multiple districts in Nepal.

Following the earthquake, many residents in Kathmandu and its vicinity evacuated their homes amid panic. In Kathmandu, two people were injured, while an inmate of Chautara prison was injured during an escape attempt. An additional injury was reported from a village in Sindhupalchowk, where an elderly man hurt himself while exiting his house after the quake.

Nepal is situated along some of the most active tectonic zones, rendering the country highly susceptible to seismic activity. The most catastrophic earthquake recorded in Nepal occurred in April 2015, resulting in over 9,000 fatalities and significant damage to infrastructure. The current earthquake, while serious, has not reached the severity of past events.

Tremors from the earthquake were also felt across several districts in Bihar, India, including Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, and others adjacent to the Indo-Nepal border. Umesh Kumar Singh, a meteorologist from the Bihar government’s disaster management department, confirmed the tremors were detected around 2:35 AM and lasted for a few seconds. Fortunately, there have been no reports of casualties or property damage in Bihar following the quake.

In summary, a 6.1 magnitude earthquake shook Kathmandu early Friday, causing injuries and minor damages in Nepal and felt tremors across various districts in Bihar. While the situation is serious, reports of injuries remain limited, and no significant property damage has been noted in Bihar. Nepal continues to contend with its vulnerability to earthquakes, underscoring the importance of disaster preparedness in the region.

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