On Friday morning, a 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Kathmandu and Sindhupalchowk, causing injuries and panic among residents. Tremors were also felt in parts of Bihar, India, but no damage was reported there. Nepal’s history of seismic activity raises concerns regarding safety and preparedness in the region.
A significant earthquake measuring 6.1 magnitude struck Kathmandu and its neighboring Sindhupalchowk district early on Friday morning at 2:51 AM. The epicenter was located at Bhairabkunda, approximately 65 kilometers east of Kathmandu, as reported by the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre. The tremor resulted in injuries to at least four individuals, with two sustaining injuries in Kathmandu and another inmate at Chautara prison injured while attempting to flee.
The earthquake, which struck Nepal’s Sindhupalchowk district, has highlighted the region’s vulnerability to seismic activity. Although injuries were reported, no significant structural damage has been confirmed. Authorities continue to monitor the situation in both Nepal and neighboring Bihar, where tremors were felt but no serious impact was reported.
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