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A powerful earthquake measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale struck Myanmar on Friday, causing widespread tremors across Thailand and parts of China, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The epicenter was recorded at latitude 21.93°N and longitude 96.07°E, at a depth of 10 kilometers. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) confirmed that the tremor occurred 16 kilometers (10 miles) northwest of Sagaing around 12:50 pm local time (0620 GMT).
Just 12 minutes after the initial quake, the region experienced a strong 6.4-magnitude aftershock, further intensifying the impact. Rescue and relief efforts are underway as authorities assess the damage.
Panic and Tremors in Bangkok
The impact of the earthquake was felt beyond Myanmar, with significant tremors reported in Bangkok, Thailand. Residents were seen running out of buildings in fear, while videos circulating online showed people being shaken while dining at restaurants. Witnesses described the tremors as intense, with water splashing out of swimming pools due to the shaking.
VIRAL VIDOES:
Live footage from Mandalay captures the moment a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck the city. pic.twitter.com/8p1KwXMtnY
Advertisement · Scroll to continue— Heung Min Son (@heungburma) March 28, 2025
Breaking: Video shows water falling from a rooftop pool after earthquake tremors hit Bangkok. pic.twitter.com/nzoKKo42fg
— PM Breaking News (@PMBreakingNews) March 28, 2025
Not sure what’s happening in Bangkok right now; I was on the BTS when it started shaking like an earthquake at a stop and we all got off to see this in the distance. Past Chatuchak Park from the Mo Chit @BTS_SkyTrain station… now looking like ashes are falling. Anyone with info… pic.twitter.com/0ncd5lBOMi
— Max Balesteri (Meandering Max) (@MaxBalesteri) March 28, 2025
Small earthquake in 🇹🇭 pic.twitter.com/bYtgRK9c8S
— Alex MacGregor (@alexmacgregor__) March 28, 2025
BREAKING: Closeup video shows the moment skyscraper collapses in Bangkok, Thailand from powerful earthquake.pic.twitter.com/IKhRrecvQc
— AZ Intel (@AZ_Intel_) March 28, 2025
Another aftermath video from Mandalay after it was hit by powerful 7.7 earthquake#earthquake #Myanmar pic.twitter.com/MUgIwctxm6
— Masood (@Masood9876) March 28, 2025
No more swimming lessons today 🤯 #playatpool #earthquake #bangkokearthquake #mandalayearthquake pic.twitter.com/PNT3z2PAOY
— Nicolas Vanhove (@NicolasVanhove) March 28, 2025
At least 10 people have died after a mosque in Mandalay collapsed during a 7.7 magnitude earthquake while devotees were praying. Rescue efforts are ongoing, and the death toll may rise. pic.twitter.com/zVC3vvGGc2
— Heung Min Son (@heungburma) March 28, 2025
Just experienced a 7.7 strength #earthquake in #Bangkok for close to 3 minutes. Its epicenter was Mandalay, Myanmar, over 1200 kms from here.
Despite the distance it swayed buildings; caused cracks, forced evacuations and rooftop pools cascaded much water to down below. Scary! pic.twitter.com/iIeV7WQWN6
— Joseph Çiprut (@mindthrust) March 28, 2025
Omg! This is awful 😢 pray for these people in the rubble!
M7.7 #Earthquake hits #MYANMAR
Video showing people being rescued from the rubles of the collapsed buildings.
— Moni 💕 (@MoniFunGirl) March 28, 2025
Photo shows the aftermath of the Mahamuni Pagoda in Mandalay, Myanmar from powerful earthquake. pic.twitter.com/7hpKMkJQm7
— AZ Intel (@AZ_Intel_) March 28, 2025
Earthquake sum up 3pm (Mynamar/Thailand)
– 7.7 quake hit near Mandalay/Myanmar
– Hundreds of homes collapsed (various Myanmar cities)
– Strong shocks in Thailand + multiple building collapse in Bangkok
– USGS predicts thousands of people dead(Bangkok clips from social media:) pic.twitter.com/kJodTn6BIg
— Florian Witulski (@vaitor) March 28, 2025
The earthquake also caused severe structural damage in Bangkok. Reports indicate that buildings collapsed, including a skyscraper under construction, due to the powerful tremors. A viral close-up video captured the exact moment a high-rise crumbled, highlighting the sheer intensity of the earthquake’s impact.
Widespread Shaking Recorded
According to seismic experts, the earthquake in Myanmar triggered a magnitude 7.6 tremor that was strongly felt in Thailand’s capital. Many residents and office workers evacuated their buildings as a precaution. Videos from various parts of Bangkok show water cascading from rooftop pools, emphasizing the force of the tremors.
Authorities in both Myanmar and Thailand are assessing the full extent of the damage. Emergency response teams have been deployed in affected areas, and officials are urging residents to remain cautious as aftershocks are possible. Further updates are expected as investigations continue into the aftermath of the powerful quake.
