Myanmar Earthquake News Live: 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits central Myanmar, strong tremors in Bangkok; Slight tremors felt in Kolkata, Imphal, Meghalaya
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| People who evacuated from buildings following earthquake in Bangkok, Thailand, Friday, March 28, 2025. (AP Photo/Chutima Lalit |
SynopsisEarthquake Today Live Updates: 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits central Myanmar, strong 7.3 magnitude earthquake rocks Thai capital; Slight tremors felt in Kolkata, Imphal, Meghalaya.
Earthquake Today Live News: 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits central Myanmar, strong 7.3 magnitude earthquake rocks Thai capital. Slight tremors also felt in Kolkata, Imphal, Meghalaya
Earthquake Today Live Updates: 7.7 magnitude earthquake hits central Myanmar, strong 7.3 magnitude earthquake rocks Thai capital; Slight tremors felt in Kolkata, Imphal, Meghalaya.
Slight tremors felt in Kolkata, Imphal, Meghalaya
Mild tremors were felt in Kolkata and Imphal on Friday after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Thai capital Bangkok. The epicentre was in central Myanmar, about 50 km east of the city of Monywa.
Residents of Kolkata and adjoining areas reported feeling mild tremors and noticing wall hangings sway slightly during the earthquake.
According to official sources, there have been no reports of damage to property or loss of life in the city due to the tremor.
In Manipur, tremors caused panic among residents of Thangal Bazar in Imphal, where many old multi-storey buildings, are located.
However, no damage has been reported so far, police said.A 30-storey skyscraper under construction for government offices collapsed in Bangkok on Friday, trapping 43 workers, police and medics said, after the city was rocked by a strong earthquake.
The building in the north of the Thai capital was reduced to a tangle of rubble and twisted metal in seconds after the 7.7-magnitude quake, which had its epicentre in Myanmar.
Residents of Kolkata and adjoining areas reported feeling mild tremors and noticing wall hangings sway slightly during the earthquake.
According to official sources, there have been no reports of damage to property or loss of life in the city due to the tremor.
In Manipur, tremors caused panic among residents of Thangal Bazar in Imphal, where many old multi-storey buildings, are located.
The building in the north of the Thai capital was reduced to a tangle of rubble and twisted metal in seconds after the 7.7-magnitude quake, which had its epicentre in Myanmar.
Hyderabad, Telangana: On the 25th of this month, we received a complaint from a man stating that unknown persons had thrown his 14-day-old baby girl into a water bucket in the bathroom.
The incident occurred when the mother went to bathe. We registered a case and began investigating. The parents of the deceased are natives of Tamil Nadu and have been residing in Hyderabad for four years.
They also have a one-year-old boy.
The mother, Arogya Vijji, gave birth to the baby girl on March 11th. During the investigation, it was revealed that the mother was responsible for the baby's death.
Her husband is suffering from health issues, including kidney failure, and she claimed she did not know how to care for the baby.
She confessed to throwing the baby into the water bucket and pretending it was a crime committed by unknown persons.
The mother has been arrested and produced in court: Inspector of Mailardevpally Police Station to news agency ANI
Powerful Earthquake Strikes Myanmar, Tremors Felt in Thailand
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 struck central Myanmar earlier today, sending strong tremors across the region and affecting parts of Thailand. According to reports from seismic monitoring agencies, the quake originated at a significant depth, causing widespread concern among residents and authorities.
The incident occurred when the mother went to bathe. We registered a case and began investigating. The parents of the deceased are natives of Tamil Nadu and have been residing in Hyderabad for four years.
They also have a one-year-old boy.
The mother, Arogya Vijji, gave birth to the baby girl on March 11th. During the investigation, it was revealed that the mother was responsible for the baby's death.
Her husband is suffering from health issues, including kidney failure, and she claimed she did not know how to care for the baby.
She confessed to throwing the baby into the water bucket and pretending it was a crime committed by unknown persons.
The mother has been arrested and produced in court: Inspector of Mailardevpally Police Station to news agency ANI
Powerful Earthquake Strikes Myanmar, Tremors Felt in Thailand
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 struck central Myanmar earlier today, sending strong tremors across the region and affecting parts of Thailand. According to reports from seismic monitoring agencies, the quake originated at a significant depth, causing widespread concern among residents and authorities.
Impact and Reactions
Seismic Activity in the Region
Precautionary Measures
Residents in Myanmar reported intense shaking, with many rushing out of buildings as a precautionary measure. In Thailand, particularly in cities like Bangkok and Chiang Mai, people also felt the tremors, prompting brief panic and evacuations in some areas.
Authorities in both Myanmar and Thailand are currently assessing the situation, with no immediate reports of major damage or casualties. However, experts warn that aftershocks are possible, and citizens are urged to stay alert and follow official safety guidelines.
Residents in Myanmar reported intense shaking, with many rushing out of buildings as a precautionary measure. In Thailand, particularly in cities like Bangkok and Chiang Mai, people also felt the tremors, prompting brief panic and evacuations in some areas.
Authorities in both Myanmar and Thailand are currently assessing the situation, with no immediate reports of major damage or casualties. However, experts warn that aftershocks are possible, and citizens are urged to stay alert and follow official safety guidelines.
Southeast Asia is no stranger to seismic activity, as the region sits along the boundary of several tectonic plates. Myanmar, in particular, has experienced significant earthquakes in the past, including a 6.8-magnitude quake in 2016 that caused fatalities and damaged historic sites.
Southeast Asia is no stranger to seismic activity, as the region sits along the boundary of several tectonic plates. Myanmar, in particular, has experienced significant earthquakes in the past, including a 6.8-magnitude quake in 2016 that caused fatalities and damaged historic sites.
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Officials have advised residents in the affected areas to remain cautious and be prepared for possible aftershocks. Safety measures include staying away from weakened structures, keeping emergency kits ready, and following updates from local disaster management agencies.
As more details emerge, authorities will continue to monitor the situation and provide necessary assistance to those in need. For now, the people of Myanmar and neighboring regions are staying vigilant in the wake of this powerful earthquake.
Officials have advised residents in the affected areas to remain cautious and be prepared for possible aftershocks. Safety measures include staying away from weakened structures, keeping emergency kits ready, and following updates from local disaster management agencies.
As more details emerge, authorities will continue to monitor the situation and provide necessary assistance to those in need. For now, the people of Myanmar and neighboring regions are staying vigilant in the wake of this powerful earthquake.
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