A 5.5-magnitude earthquake originating from Nepal struck early on February 28, 2025, resulting in tremors felt across several districts of Bihar, including Muzaffarpur and Patna. Fortunately, no damage or casualties were reported.
On February 28, 2025, a 5.5-magnitude earthquake occurred in Nepal, affecting several districts in Bihar. The earthquake’s epicenter was reported in the Bagmati region of Nepal, and it struck around 2:35 AM. Tremors were particularly felt in Muzaffarpur, Samastipur, and adjacent areas along the Indo-Nepal border, lasting for several seconds without causing property damage or fatalities, according to local officials. The Bihar Disaster Management Department indicated that the tremors were also experienced in Siwan, Patna, Gopalganj, Saran, West Champaran, East Champaran, and neighboring districts.
In summary, a 5.5-magnitude earthquake centered in Nepal impacted multiple districts in Bihar, generating noticeable tremors without any reports of destruction or casualties. Officials confirmed that while the quake was significant enough to be felt widely, there were no adverse effects reported in the aftermath.
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