5.9 magnitude earthquake hits Dinggye County in China, Tremors felt in Nepal

By Republica
Published: March 08, 2025 03:08 PM

KATHMANDU, March 8: The Nepal-China border area was shaken by a 5.9 magnitude earthquake. 

The National Earthquake Measurement and Research Center confirmed that the earthquake struck at 2:35 PM on Saturday, with its epicenter located near Dinggye County in China.

Tremors of the earthquake were also felt in Kathmandu and other districts in Nepal. Earlier today, earthquakes were also recorded in Myagdi and Baglung.