Earthquake: Powerful Tremors Shake Nepal and Northern India
A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal on Tuesday morning, with tremors felt across northern India, including Delhi and Bihar. No reports of damage have been received so far.
Earthquake: Powerful Tremors Shake Nepal and Northern India
A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 on the Richter scale struck Nepal on Tuesday morning, causing widespread panic. The epicenter of the quake was pinpointed near Labuche, close to the Nepal-Tibet border.
HIGHLIGHTS
- A 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal early Tuesday morning.
- The epicenter was located 93 km from Labuche on the Nepal-Tibet border.
- Tremors were felt across northern India, including Delhi and Bihar.
The tremors were powerful enough to be felt in several northern Indian states, prompting residents in areas like Delhi and Bihar to rush out of their homes in fear. Initial reports indicate that the epicenter was near Gokarneshwar, with the earthquake's intensity in the region estimated between 6 and 7 on the Richter scale.
Fortunately, as of now, no reports of damage or casualties have been received. Authorities in both Nepal and India are closely monitoring the situation for any developments.
