Two powerful earthquakes of magnitude 7.7 and 6.4 struck Myanmar, causing tremors felt as far as Bangkok. Buildings collapsed, bridges fell, and evacuations occurred
🌍 Powerful Earthquakes Hit Myanmar, Tremors Rattle Bangkok
Two massive earthquakes, measuring 7.7 and 6.4 on the Richter scale, struck Myanmar on Friday, sending tremors all the way to Bangkok, Thailand. The powerful shocks caused buildings and bridges to collapse, leading to widespread panic and evacuations.
📅 Date of Earthquake: Friday, February 21, 2025
🌋 Magnitudes: 7.7 & 6.4
📍 Epicenter: Myanmar (10 kilometers deep, as reported by Germany’s GFZ center for geosciences)
📹 Shocking Visuals: Building & Bridge Collapse
- Bangkok:
- An under-construction building collapsed due to the intense tremors.
- Video footage shows water sloshing out of pools from high-rise buildings.
- The Mahanakorn building, one of Bangkok’s most iconic skyscrapers, was seen swaying visibly during the quake.
- Residents poured out of high-rise condominiums and hotels in panic as buildings swayed unnaturally.
- Myanmar:
- A bridge collapsed, causing disruption and concern in the affected area.
- Tremors caused structural damage across various regions near the epicenter.
📢 Evacuations and Panic in Bangkok
The rare quake forced several buildings in Bangkok to be evacuated as they swayed dangerously. Shocked residents, tourists, and workers fled from high-rise buildings fearing further structural damage.
📊 Earthquake Details by GFZ Geosciences Center
The midday temblor was reported to be shallow, with a depth of 10 kilometers. This shallow depth often results in more severe surface shaking, contributing to the extensive damage observed.
🌐 Impact & Response
- Evacuations: Multiple buildings across Bangkok were evacuated.
- Infrastructure Damage: Under-construction buildings and bridges suffered major damage.
- Panic Among Residents: High-rise residents and tourists evacuated immediately.
📌 What’s Next?
Officials are assessing the extent of the damage and injuries. Rescue operations and safety checks are ongoing to ensure the structural integrity of affected buildings.
Stay tuned for further updates.
