Ground Shakes, Region Quakes: Powerful Earthquake Hits Myanmar

Strong Earthquake Strikes Central Myanmar, Shakes Southeast Asia A powerful earthquake struck central Myanmar today, March 28, 2025, sending tremors across Southeast Asia. The quake, measuring 7.7 in magnitude, hit near the town of Sagaing shortly before 1 PM local time. Its shallow depth made the shaking more intense, prompting people to rush out of buildings in fear. The tremors were felt as far as Thailand, India, and parts of China, with cities like Bangkok experiencing noticeable swaying in high-rise buildings. Emergency evacuations were carried out in several areas, though no major injuries or fatalities have been reported so far. Authorities in Myanmar are currently assessing potential damage in remote regions near the epicenter. Monitoring agencies are also keeping watch for any aftershocks that may follow.