Nepal: 4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Central Area

Updated on:
Published at:

Central Nepal on Monday registered an earthquake of magnitude 4.7 on the Richter scale.

Earthquake
Nepal Experiences A 4.7 Magnitude Earthquake Photo: representational image

A 4.7-magnitude earthquake shook central Nepal on Monday morning, jolting many out of their sleep and forcing them to run outside.

According to the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre, the earthquake of 4.7 magnitudes on the Richter scale occurred at 6.07 am, with the epicenter being in Helambu in Sindhupalchowk district, 100 east of Kathmandu. The earthquake was felt in and around the Kathmandu valley. However, no immediate damage was reported. 

The earthquake was an aftershock of the Gorkha Earthquake of 2015, the center informed. 

Read all the latest breaking news on Outlook India and stay updated with top stories from India, Entertainment, Education, and around the world.

  • image
  • image
  • image
×

Latest Sports News

Trending Stories

Latest Stories