Earthquake with a magnitude of 3.4 shakes Tibetan landscape

In the past week, two significant events have affected the regions of Tibet and Nepal. On August 19, 2025, an earthquake of magnitude 4.2 struck Tibet at a shallow depth of 10km, according to the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The epicentre of the earthquake was located at Lat: 28.36 N, Long: 87.89 E, as reported by the NCS on their official platform.

Just five days later, on August 24, 2025, another earthquake occurred in Tibet, this time with a magnitude of 3.4. The earthquake took place at a depth of 98km, as reported by the NCS. The epicentre of this earthquake was at Lat: 28.09 N, Long: 88.08 E.

The seismically active Tibetan Plateau, known for its tectonic plate collisions, has been a hotspot for these events. Tibet and Nepal lie on a major geological fault line where the Indian tectonic plate pushes up into the Eurasian plate.

The August 24 earthquake had unfortunate consequences. In the district of Rasuwa, adjoining the Tibetan side, a flash flood occurred on July 8, and the recent earthquake caused the Lhende River to sweep through infrastructure near the Nepal-China border. Seven lives were claimed, and over a dozen are still missing in the district.

Authorities have issued warnings in three districts due to flooding in the Trishuli River as a result of heavy rainfall in Tibet this morning. Water levels have risen in the Rasuwagadhi area, and flooding has been reported in Uttar Gaya in Rasuwa and the Trishuli 3B Hub in Kispang.

In response to these events, the National Center for Seismology encourages the public to download the BhooKamp App for more information about earthquakes. Operated by the organization "BhooKamp GmbH," the app provides real-time alerts and updates about seismic activity in the region.

It is important to note that shallow earthquakes, such as the ones experienced in Tibet, are generally more dangerous than deep earthquakes due to stronger ground shaking and potential damage.

No new earthquake reports have been mentioned since the events on August 19 and 24, 2025. The NCS continues to monitor the situation closely and will provide updates as necessary. Stay safe and informed, and download the BhooKamp app today.