Earthquake tremors in Nepal’s Kathmandu, the earth shook in many districts of Bihar; had a magnitude of 5.5

Earthquake tremors were felt in Kathmandu, Nepal at 7.58 am on Sunday morning. Its intensity is measured at 5.5 on the Richter scale. Its center was 147 km south-east of Kathmandu.

Due to the earthquake in Nepal, its tremors have also been felt in some districts of Bihar. Mild tremors were felt in several districts including the capital Patna, Saharsa, Purnia, Madhepura, Katihar, Araria, Darbhanga, Madhubani, Sitamarhi and Motihari. However, there is no news of any loss of life or any kind of damage from anywhere.

What to do in case of earthquake?
If you are at home after an earthquake, try to sit on the floor.
Or if you have a table or furniture in your house, then sit under it and cover your head with your hand.
Stay indoors during an earthquake and only go out after the tremors have stopped.
During an earthquake, turn off all power switches in the house.

What not to do when an earthquake occurs?

▪️Don’t forget to use the lift during an earthquake.
▪️If you are in the house during an earthquake, stay away from doors, windows and walls.
▪️If you are at home during an earthquake, do not go out. Try to protect yourself where you are.
▪️If you are out of the house during an earthquake, try to stay away from tall buildings and electric poles.

Earthquake tremors felt in Kathmandu, Nepal

An earthquake of magnitude 5.5 on the Richter scale occurred 147 km east-southeast of Kathmandu, Nepal at 0758 hours: National Center for Seismology

— ANI (@ANI) July 31, 2022