Dual Earthquakes Jolt Western Nepal
Western Nepal experienced two significant earthquakes on Tuesday. It resulted in tremors being felt in parts of northern India, including Delhi-NCR. These quakes, measured 6.3 and 5.3 on the Richter scale. They occurred in the Bajhang district around 2:30 p.m. and had severe consequences. It also included a triggered landslide near the epicenter. Additionally, two smaller earthquakes followed at 3:06 p.m. and 3:19 p.m.
Impact on Nepal and India
Epicenter and Tremor Reach: The epicenter of the strongest earthquake was located 206 km southeast of Joshimath in Uttarakhand, India, and 284 km north of Lucknow, the capital of Uttar Pradesh. This is a testament to the widespread impact of the tremors.
Highway Blockage: The earthquakes reportedly blocked a major highway in Nepal, disrupting travel and trade. An official from Nepal’s interior ministry, Rama Acharya, informed Reuters about the significant disruption caused to a crucial route leading to the southern plains.
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Injuries and Casualties
Earthquake of Magnitude:6.2, Occurred on 03-10-2023, 14:51:04 IST, Lat: 29.39 & Long: 81.23, Depth: 5 Km ,Location:Nepal for more information Download the BhooKamp App https://t.co/rBpZF2ctJG @ndmaindia @KirenRijiju @Indiametdept @Dr_Mishra1966 @Ravi_MoES pic.twitter.com/tOduckF0B9
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Injured Individuals: The seismic activity resulted in injuries and damage. One person was injured by a falling object, and some houses collapsed in Chainpur town.
Student’s Injury: In Achham district, a student sustained injuries while trying to escape the earthquake. The individual panicked and jumped from a two-story building.
Hospital Admissions: At least five individuals were admitted to the District Hospital Bajhang following the earthquakes, underscoring the severity of the situation.
Damaged Police Building: In Bajhang, a building housing the district police office was damaged due to the earthquakes. Additionally, several houses developed cracks, as reported by the local administration office.
Impact on India
Strong Tremors Across India: While the epicenter was in Nepal, the tremors were strongly felt in various parts of India. In the Delhi region, the magnitude was recorded as 3. Tremors were reported in Uttarakhand, Punjab, Delhi, Lucknow, Jaipur, and even Ahmedabad.
Evacuations and Panic: Residents of Delhi-NCR and other affected areas reported experiencing strong tremors, prompting evacuations from office buildings. Social media platforms were flooded with videos showing people rushing out of buildings.
Wider Impact in Northern India
Tremor Across States: Tremors were felt in approximately 30 districts of Uttar Pradesh, including key locations like Lucknow, Hapur, and Amroha. Among the districts bordering Nepal, five experienced tremors.
Impact on Uttarakhand: Parts of Uttarakhand also witnessed tremors, contributing to the widespread seismic activity.
North India Affected: The seismic activity extended to Chandigarh, Jaipur, and other parts of northern India, adding to the scale of the event, according to news agency PTI.
Check Out: PM Modi Pays Tribute to Gandhi and Shastri on Their Birth AnniversariesIn summary, multiple earthquakes in Nepal had far-reaching consequences, affecting both Nepal and northern India. The quakes disrupted infrastructure, caused injuries, and prompted panic among residents. Coordination between the affected regions is essential to assess and address the aftermath of this seismic activity.
