Strong Earthquake Strikes Myanmar, Felt in Thailand

A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.3 struck Myanmar on March 28, causing widespread concern and prompting emergency responses. The epicenter was located near the border with Thailand, and the tremors were strongly felt in Bangkok and other parts of the country. According to reports from CNN, AP News, CBS News, and Yahoo News, the earthquake occurred at a depth of approximately 10 kilometers, which contributed to the intensity of the shaking experienced in the region.

Residents in Bangkok reported feeling significant shaking, leading to evacuations from high-rise buildings and widespread panic. There have been no immediate reports of major damage or casualties in Thailand, but the situation in Myanmar remains unclear due to limited information from the affected areas. The U.S. Geological Survey and other international agencies are closely monitoring the situation and providing updates on aftershocks and potential risks.

This event has raised concerns about the region's preparedness for natural disasters, especially given the ongoing political instability in Myanmar. Authorities in both countries are urging residents to stay alert and follow safety protocols in the aftermath of the earthquake.

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Why was there an earthquake in Myanmar?

The seismic event highlights Myanmar's vulnerability to earthquakes, largely due to its location along the Sagaing Fault, a major tectonic boundary between the Indian Plate and the Burma microplate. The earthquake's depth was recorded at 10 kilometres, and tremors were felt as far away as Bangkok, Thailand.

Does Myanmar have an earthquake?

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday afternoon, according to the United States Geological Survey. The quake struck 16 kilometers (10 miles) north northwest of the town of Sagaing, Myanmar around 12:50 p.m. local time, USGS said.

Which part of Myanmar earthquake?

USGS said the quake on Friday was shallow, at a depth of just 10km (six miles) with the epicentre near the central city of Mandalay, about 50km (30 miles) east of the city of Monywa. There were no immediate reports of damage from the earthquake in Myanmar, which is in a state of chaos after a coup in 2021.