Central Myanmar was hit by a powerful quake on Friday, sending shockwaves as far as Bangkok where buildings were evacuated and startled residents poured into the streets
March 28, 2025: A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, shaking vast regions across Southeast Asia. According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the quake’s epicenter was located about 50 kilometers east of Monywa city.
#BREAKING A 7.9-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center.
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Germany’s GFZ geoscience center reported that the earthquake occurred at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, intensifying its surface impact. Myanmar, already grappling with internal conflict and civil unrest, has not yet reported damage or casualties.
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Tremors Felt in Bangkok, Panic Ensues
The tremors were strongly felt in Bangkok, Thailand’s bustling capital that houses over 17 million people. Residents in high-rise apartments and hotels rushed out into the streets after buildings began to sway.
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“I heard it while sleeping. I ran out in my pyjamas as far as I could,” said Duangjai, a resident of Chiang Mai in northern Thailand, speaking to AFP. The tremor was intense enough to cause water to spill from swimming pools atop high-rise buildings, with several buildings evacuated as a precaution.
Social media was flooded with videos showing pools sloshing and light fixtures swinging in condominiums, highlighting the quake’s far-reaching effect.
This rare seismic activity has left many residents shaken in a region not frequently known for such high-magnitude tremors.
Authorities are monitoring the situation closely. As of now, there are no confirmed reports of structural damage or injuries in Myanmar or Thailand.
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