5.5-Magnitude Earthquake in Nepal Affects Several Bihar Districts

On February 28, 2025, a 5.5-magnitude earthquake in Nepal was felt across several districts of Bihar, including Muzaffarpur and Samastipur. The quake occurred at 2:35 AM with an epicenter in Nepal’s Bagmati area. Fortunately, there were no reports of injuries or property damage.

A 5.5-magnitude earthquake originating from Nepal impacted several districts in Bihar early on Friday, February 28, 2025. The quake, recorded at 2:35 AM, had its epicenter located in the Bagmati region of Nepal. Tremors were felt in bordering districts such as Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, Siwan, Patna, Gopalganj, Saran, West Champaran, and East Champaran. Officials from the disaster management department of the Bihar government reported that the tremors lasted for several seconds.

Umesh Kumar Singh, a meteorologist at Bihar’s disaster management department, stated, “The 5.5-magnitude quake was recorded around 2:35 am, with its epicenter in Nepal’s Bagmati area.” Fortunately, there have been no reports of damage to property or casualties resulting from the earthquake.

The DMD noted that the intensity of the tremors was felt primarily in districts along the Indo-Nepal border, indicating a localized impact. The event serves as a reminder of the seismic activity in the region and its potential to affect surrounding areas.

In summary, a 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck Nepal and was felt across multiple districts in Bihar early Friday morning. Fortunately, no significant damage or casualties were reported. The incident highlights the ongoing seismic risks in this border region.

Original Source: indianexpress.com