4.2 magnitude earthquake jolts Baitadi

Summary

A 4.2 magnitude earthquake struck Baitadi with its epicentre at Airigaon. The tremor was felt in remote villages, and the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre reported it occurred at 1:06 pm.

Key Points
  • A 4.2 magnitude earthquake occurred in Baitadi with its epicentre at Airigaon.
  • The earthquake struck at 1:06 pm, according to seismologist Rajesh Sharma of the National Earthquake Monitoring and Research Centre.
  • The tremor was felt in remote villages of Baitadi district.
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