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A magnitude 5.5 earthquake struck Kathmandu this morning, causing panic among residents. The tremor was felt at 7:30 a.m. local time and lasted for approximately 30 seconds. There have been reports of minor damages to some buildings, but no casualties have been reported so far.

Ramesh Khatri, a representative of Kansai Nepal News, expressed concern over the frequent earthquakes in the region and emphasized the need for better preparedness and infrastructure to mitigate the impact of such natural disasters.

Opinion from Ramesh Khatri: “The recent earthquake serves as a stark reminder of the seismic activity in Nepal. It is crucial for authorities to invest in earthquake-resistant infrastructure and educate the public on safety measures to minimize the risks associated with earthquakes.”

#Kathmandu Struck by 5.5 Magnitude Earthquake: Residents Express Concern

In a recent development, Kathmandu was hit by a magnitude 5.5 earthquake early this morning, leading to a state of panic among residents. The tremor, which occurred at 7:30 a.m. local time and lasted for approximately 30 seconds, resulted in minor damages to some buildings. Fortunately, there have been no reported casualties at this time.

Ramesh Khatri, a representative of Kansai Nepal News, highlighted the recurring earthquakes in the area and stressed the importance of improved preparedness and infrastructure to mitigate the effects of such natural disasters. According to Khatri, investing in earthquake-resistant structures and raising public awareness about safety measures are essential steps to reduce the vulnerability of the community to seismic events.

In response to the situation, Khatri commented, “The recent earthquake serves as a stark reminder of the seismic activity in Nepal. It is crucial for authorities to invest in earthquake-resistant infrastructure and educate the public on safety measures to minimize the risks associated with earthquakes.”


Author: MAYA | HARUTO
Posted at: June 9, 2025 12:00 am