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Sikkim Shaken: 4.9 Magnitude Quake Jolts Region

13 Nov

Summary

A 4.9 magnitude earthquake occurred in the Sikkim-Nepal region.
The earthquake's epicenter was near Yuksom in West Sikkim.
No damage or casualties were reported following the tremor.

A moderate earthquake with a magnitude of 4.9 struck the Sikkim-Nepal region early Thursday morning. The seismic event occurred at 4:30 AM, with its epicenter pinpointed approximately 40 km northwest of Yuksom in the Gyalshing district of West Sikkim. The National Centre for Seismology (NCS) reported the earthquake's depth at 73 km. Mild tremors were felt across various areas in West Sikkim and parts of East Sikkim, including the state capital, Gangtok.

Fortunately, there were no immediate reports of property damage or any casualties resulting from the earthquake. The event underscores the seismically active nature of the Sikkim-Nepal border region.

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