5.5-Magnitude Earthquake in Nepal Affects Bihar Districts
A 5.5-magnitude earthquake from Nepal struck Bihar early Friday morning, affecting several districts including Muzaffarpur and Samastipur. The quake was recorded at 2:35 a.m., with no reports of damage or casualties. Tremors were felt in various regions along the Indo-Nepal border.
Patna: On Friday morning, a 5.5-magnitude earthquake emanating from Nepal jolted several districts in Bihar. Officials reported that areas such as Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, and other regions bordering Nepal experienced significant tremors.
According to Umesh Kumar Singh, a meteorologist with the Bihar government’s Disaster Management Department (DMD), the earthquake was recorded at approximately 2:35 a.m. with its epicenter in the Bagmati region of Nepal. The tremors, which lasted a few seconds, were felt across districts adjacent to the Indo-Nepal border.
Fortunately, no reports have indicated any damage to property or casualties resulting from the seismic event. The regions that experienced the shaking included Muzaffarpur, Siwan, Patna, Gopalganj, Saran, West Champaran, and East Champaran, along with several surrounding districts.
In summary, the 5.5-magnitude earthquake that originated in Nepal was felt across several districts in Bihar without any reported damages or fatalities. The event, recorded in the early morning hours, primarily affected areas along the Indo-Nepal border. Authorities continue to monitor the situation to ensure public safety.
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