A powerful earthquake measuring 7.1 on the Richter Scale struck Nepal early Tuesday morning, triggering widespread alarm across the region. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake’s epicenter was located 93 kilometers northeast of Lobuche, a remote mountainous area. The tremor was recorded at 06:35:16 IST, shaking homes and infrastructure in its wake.
Impact Beyond Nepal
The seismic waves were not limited to Nepal. Strong tremors were felt in Delhi-NCR, Bihar, and several other parts of North India. Residents reported intense shaking, with many people rushing out of their homes and workplaces in fear.
In Delhi-NCR, buildings swayed, and social media was flooded with reports of the tremors. In Bihar, similar panic was witnessed as people evacuated their homes and gathered in open spaces.
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Emergency Response Activated
Authorities in both Nepal and India have swung into action:
- Nepal: Emergency response teams are actively assessing damage in the epicenter region and nearby towns. Rescue and relief operations are underway.
- India: Disaster management agencies have been put on high alert. Local authorities are surveying vulnerable areas for structural damage.
Historical Context of Earthquakes in Nepal
Nepal is situated in an earthquake-prone zone, where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates collide. The devastating 2015 earthquake, which measured 7.8 on the Richter Scale, resulted in massive destruction and loss of thousands of lives.
While today’s tremor caused significant alarm, official damage reports are still awaited.
