Nepal Earthquake Tracker
Latest earthquakes across Nepal and the surrounding Himalaya, straight from the USGS feed - magnitude, depth and epicentre at a glance.
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Data: USGS earthquake feed, Nepal & Himalaya region box, last 30 days. For emergencies follow NDRC and official NSC bulletins.
Where this data comes from
The list is pulled live from the United States Geological Survey (USGS) global earthquake feed, filtered to a box covering Nepal and the surrounding Himalaya - roughly 26° to 31° north and 79° to 89° east. USGS aggregates seismic networks worldwide, including stations that record Nepali tremors, so it is the fastest internationally consistent source available without an account.
Why magnitudes sometimes differ from local reports
The National Seismological Centre in Kathmandu often publishes slightly different magnitudes for the same quake - different networks use different instruments and formulas, and small differences of 0.1 to 0.3 are normal. For anything damaging, official NSC bulletins and the Department of Mines and Geology remain the authoritative national source; this tracker is for quick situational awareness.
What magnitude and depth mean for you
Magnitude measures energy at the source; every whole step is about 32 times more energy, which is why the M 7.8 Gorkha quake of 2015 was not "a bit bigger" than a 6.8 - it was thousands of times stronger. Depth matters just as much: shallow quakes (under 30 km) shake the surface far harder. Himalayan tremors are typically shallow, so even moderate ones are widely felt in Kathmandu.
Aftershocks are expected
After any significant quake, smaller aftershocks follow for days to months - seeing a cluster on this list after a large event is normal seismology, not a sign that something worse is guaranteed. The practical rule taught by the Nepal Red Cross still applies: Drop, Cover, Hold On during shaking, then check for gas leaks and structural damage before re-entering buildings.
Preparing, not panicking
Nepal sits on one of the most active collision zones on Earth, and the best response is preparation: keep a go-bag with water, torch, first aid and documents; know your building’s open evacuation route; and agree a family meeting point. Reviewing this list occasionally builds healthy awareness - constant refreshing builds anxiety. Check after you feel shaking, otherwise once or twice a day is plenty.
How it works
Open the tracker whenever you feel shaking or hear about a tremor.
Scan the colour-coded list - red badges mark magnitude 5+ events.
Tap any row for the full USGS event page with maps and shake data.
Why use this tool?
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Covers Nepal plus the surrounding Himalayan belt, updated continuously.
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Filter to M 2.5+, 4+ or 5+ to cut through minor background tremors.
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Data is read-only from USGS - no signup, works on mobile data.
Frequently asked questions
How current is the earthquake list?
It queries the live USGS feed each time you load or refresh, typically showing detected events within minutes of occurrence.
Why does the NSC report a different magnitude?
Different networks compute magnitude from different station sets and formulas; small differences of 0.1-0.3 between USGS and Nepal NSC are normal.
Does it show quakes in India or Tibet?
Yes - the region box includes border areas of India and Tibet, since those events are strongly felt in Nepal too.
Will it alert me when a quake happens?
No - this is an on-demand tracker, not an alert service. For push alerts use official apps such as those from USGS or NDRC.
Is it free?
Completely free, no signup, and light enough to load quickly on mobile data.
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