Powerful Quake Shakes Nepal: 6.1 Magnitude Tremor Jolts Sindhupalchowk

A 6.1 magnitude earthquake struck Nepal's Sindhupalchowk district early Friday morning, sending tremors across the region. The quake, centered in Bhairavkunda, occurred at 2:51 AM local time, February 28, 2025 awakening residents and prompting many to rush outdoors. Tremors were felt in Kathmandu Valley and neighboring areas of India and Tibet. While no immediate casualties or significant damage have been reported, local authorities are assessing the situation. Nepal's disaster response teams remain on high alert for potential aftershocks. This seismic event serves as a stark reminder of Nepal's vulnerability to earthquakes, given its location in one of the world's most active tectonic zones.
Sources: NDTV, The Kathmandu Post, Times of India