A strong earthquake of 7.7 magnitude struck central Myanmar, affecting Bangkok where residents evacuated buildings in panic. The epicenter was near Mandalay. No immediate damage reports have emerged from Myanmar, while scenes of chaos were reported in Bangkok.
On Friday, a powerful earthquake measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale struck central Myanmar, prompting widespread panic in nearby Bangkok, Thailand, where numerous residents evacuated buildings. The earthquake, as reported by the United States Geological Survey (USGS), occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers and had its epicenter located approximately 17.2 kilometers from the city of Mandalay, home to about 1.2 million people.
There has yet to be any official report regarding damage or casualties in Myanmar following the seismic event. However, eyewitnesses in Bangkok described a scene of chaos, with individuals rushing onto the streets and water spilling from swimming pools as the tremors were felt widely throughout the capital.
In summary, a significant earthquake in central Myanmar resulted in heightened anxiety in Bangkok, affecting many inhabitants. With a magnitude of 7.7, the quake’s consequences in Myanmar remain unclear, although the tremors reverberated strongly in Thailand, leading to a mass evacuation of buildings. Authorities will need to assess the damage and ensure the safety of populations in both Myanmar and Bangkok moving forward.
Original Source: www.japantimes.co.jp
