7.1 Magnitude Earthquake Hits Tibet; Tremors Felt in Indian States

An earthquake of magnitude 7.1 struck Tibet near the Nepalese border at 6:35 am IST, with tremors felt across parts of India, including Bihar, Assam, and West Bengal. The earthquake's epicenter was located in a geologically active zone where the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates meet, forming the Himalayan region.

Details from the National Centre for Seismology (NCS):

• Primary Quake: Magnitude 7.1 at 6:35 am.
• Aftershocks:
  • Magnitude 4.7 at 7:02 am, depth 10 km.
  • Magnitude 4.9 at 7:07 am, depth 30 km.

The tremors caused residents in Bihar to rush out of their homes in alarm. Despite the strength of the quake, no significant damage to property or casualties have been reported so far.

Why the Region is Prone to Earthquakes:

The Himalayan region is one of the most seismically active zones in the world, formed by the collision of tectonic plates. This geological activity makes it highly susceptible to earthquakes of varying magnitudes.

Authorities are monitoring the situation closely, though no immediate risks or aftereffects have been identified at this time.