At least five killed in Bangladesh earthquake
Summary
An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5 struck near Narsingdi, Bangladesh, killing at least five people and injuring over 450. The quake caused buildings to shake and part of the city to panic, with significant impacts felt in and around Dhaka. The government is focusing on assessing the damage and helping those affected.Key Facts
- At least five people died, including a child, due to the earthquake.
- Over 450 people were injured, with 252 injuries reported in Gazipur district alone.
- The earthquake's center was near Narsingdi, about 30 kilometers from Dhaka.
- Buildings shook and makeshift structures collapsed, causing panic and a stampede at Dhaka University.
- Three people died when part of a five-storey building collapsed in Dhaka.
- Tremors were felt in eastern India, but no major damage was reported there.
- A cricket match in Bangladesh featuring Ireland was briefly paused due to the quake.
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