Nepal Rocked by 5.0 Magnitude Quake: Delhi-NCR Feels Tremors Amid Myanmar Earthquake Aftermath
A 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal, sending tremors to Delhi-NCR. Latest updates on Nepal’s back-to-back quakes and Myanmar’s devastating 7.7 magnitude disaster.
Nepal Earthquake Triggers Tremors in Delhi-NCR
A moderate 5.0 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal on Friday evening, with tremors felt hundreds of kilometers away in India’s Delhi-National Capital Region (NCR). According to the National Centre for Seismology, the quake occurred at 7:52 p.m. local time, with its epicenter located 20 kilometers deep in Nepal’s seismic zone. The event follows a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar on March 28, which claimed over 3,000 lives and left widespread destruction.
Myanmar Quake Aftermath: Rising Death Toll
The earlier Myanmar earthquake, centered near Mandalay, caused catastrophic damage, collapsing buildings, roads, and bridges. As of Thursday, authorities reported 3,085 fatalities, 4,715 injuries, and 341 missing persons. Rescue teams continue recovery efforts in the hardest-hit regions.
Back-to-Back Quakes Shake Western Nepal
Just hours after the initial tremor, western Nepal experienced two more earthquakes within three minutes. The first, a 5.2 magnitude quake, struck Jajarkot district at 8:07 p.m. local time, followed by a stronger 5.5 magnitude tremor at 8:10 p.m. Both originated near Panik, 525 km west of Kathmandu, and were felt across Surkhet, Dailekh, and Kalikot districts. Fortunately, no casualties or major structural damage have been reported so far.
Why Is This Region Prone to Earthquakes?
Nepal and neighboring regions sit on the seismically active Himalayan tectonic zone, where the Indian and Eurasian plates collide. This makes the area highly vulnerable to frequent quakes. In 2015, a 7.8 magnitude earthquake in Nepal killed nearly 9,000 people, underscoring the persistent risk.
Authorities on High Alert
Local agencies are monitoring aftershocks and assessing infrastructure stability. Residents in affected areas have been advised to stay vigilant. Meanwhile, Delhi-NCR residents took to social media to share their experiences, highlighting the quake’s far-reaching impact.
Conclusion
As Nepal and Myanmar grapple with seismic events, the disasters emphasize the urgent need for robust disaster preparedness in vulnerable regions. Updates on relief efforts and safety guidelines are being shared by national authorities.