A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck Nepal on February 28, 2025, causing tremors in multiple districts of Bihar. Areas including Muzaffarpur and Siwan felt the quake at 2:35 AM, but no damage or casualties have been reported according to local authorities.
On February 28, 2025, a 5.5-magnitude earthquake originated in Nepal, causing tremors in various districts of Bihar, India. The quake was recorded at approximately 2:35 AM with its epicenter located in the Bagmati region of Nepal. Tremors were felt in several districts along the Indo-Nepal border, including notable areas such as Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, and Siwan.
Umesh Kumar Singh, a meteorologist from the Bihar Disaster Management Department (DMD), reported that the tremors lasted only for a brief period. Fortunately, there have been no reports indicating damage to property or casualties resulting from this event. Tremors were experienced in districts such as Patna, Gopalganj, Saran, West Champaran, and East Champaran, among others.
The 5.5-magnitude earthquake in Nepal on February 28, 2025, led to tremors felt across several regions of Bihar. Despite the intensity of the quake, authorities have confirmed there were no damages or casualties reported. This incident underscores the seismic activity in the region, warranting ongoing monitoring and preparedness measures.
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