7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Myanmar, shakes Bangkok

28 March 2025 , 07:11

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7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes Myanmar, shakes Bangkok

A powerful earthquake has struck Myanmar, with the impact rocking Thailand’s capital Bangkok.

Hundreds of people reported fleeing their homes in panic in Bangkok as videos reportedly show collapsed bridges and buildings in the region.

The United States Geological Survey (USGS) said a 7.7 magnitude earthquake had struck central Myanmar at a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles).

The epicentre of the disaster was about 17.2 km from the city of Mandalay, which has a population about 1.2 million, according to USGS.

Witnesses say water splashed out of swimming pools and residents in Bangkok ran onto the streets in terror.

Thomas Brown

Head of Investigations