32 Feared Dead as Massive 7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Tibet-Read For Latest Updates

Strong tremors from the quake were felt in Bihar, Assam, and West Bengal; two aftershocks followed shortly.

January 7, 2025: A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Tibet near the Nepalese border early this morning, with tremors felt across northern and northeastern India, including Bihar, Assam, and West Bengal.

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According to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS), the primary earthquake was recorded at 6:35 AM. It was followed by two aftershocks:

• Magnitude 4.7 at 7:02 AM at a depth of 10 km.
• Magnitude 4.9 at 7:07 AM at a depth of 30 km.

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Impact in India:

In Bihar, residents were seen rushing out of their homes and apartments as the tremors shook buildings. Fortunately, no significant damage or casualties have been reported so far.

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Seismic Vulnerability in the Region:

Nepal and the surrounding Himalayan region are part of a seismically active zone, where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates collide, making earthquakes a frequent phenomenon in this area.

Authorities are closely monitoring the situation, and disaster management teams remain on high alert.

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Earthquake, Tibet Earthquake, Nepal Border Quake, Bihar Tremors, Assam Earthquake, West Bengal Earthquake, National Centre for Seismology, Seismic Activity, Himalayan Region, Natural Disaster.