5.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Nepal, Tremors Felt in North India

The quake, part of a series of recent seismic events in the Himalayan region, has renewed calls for improved disaster preparedness and stricter building codes.

• A 5.0 magnitude earthquake hit Nepal on April 4, 2025, with tremors reported in Gorakhpur and Patna in North India.
• This follows a series of recent seismic events, including a 4.2 magnitude earthquake in Ladakh on April 1 and a deadly 7.7 magnitude quake on the Myanmar-Thailand border last week.
• The Himalayan region remains a tectonically active zone due to the collision of the Indian and Eurasian plates, requiring constant monitoring.
• Experts and local governments are emphasizing the need for stricter building codes and enhanced disaster preparedness in the region.
• The recent quakes highlight the interconnected nature of seismic activity across South and Southeast Asia, raising the urgency for regional cooperation in monitoring and response efforts.

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