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5.5 Magnitude Earthquake Rocks Central Bangladesh, 6 Dead

11/21/2025

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A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck central Bangladesh on November 21, 2025, at 10:38 a.m., with the epicenter in Ghorashal, Narsingdi district, about 25 km from Dhaka.
Officials reported at least six fatalities and numerous injuries.
The U.S. Geological Survey recorded the earthquake at a depth of 10 kilometers.
Buildings in Dhaka swayed, prompting residents to flee into the streets.
Central Bangladesh is less seismically active than northern and southeastern regions.

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A 5.5-magnitude earthquake struck central Bangladesh on November 21, 2025, at 10:38 a.m., with the epicenter in Ghorashal, Narsingdi district, about 25 km from Dhaka.
Officials reported at least six fatalities and numerous injuries.
The U.S. Geological Survey recorded the earthquake at a depth of 10 kilometers.
Buildings in Dhaka swayed, prompting residents to flee into the streets.
Central Bangladesh is less seismically active than northern and southeastern regions.