Two earthquakes hits northwestern Nepal
Two earthquakes measuring 4.5 and 4.2 magnitude struck the Mugu district of northwestern Nepal on September 16, 2026. Authorities reported no immediate casualties or structural damage, though the tremors were felt in neighboring districts.
Why it matters
Nepal is located in a highly seismically active zone, making regular monitoring essential for public safety and disaster preparedness.
Two back-to-back earthquakes struck northwestern Nepal on Wednesday (September 16, 2026), authorities said.
However, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or damage.
According to the National Seismological Research Centre, the first tremor of magnitude 4.5 was recorded at 1:51 a.m. (local time).
The second quake, with a magnitude of 4.2, struck at 4:28 a.m. (local time), with its epicentre also located around Kalai in Mugu district, the centre said.
The shock was also felt in neighbouring districts of Dolpa and Jumla. However, there was no immediate report of any damage caused by the tremors.
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