Thai PM Declares Emergency After Myanmar Earth Quake
On March 28, 2025, a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, causing widespread panic and structural damage in Bangkok, Thailand. The Thai government, led by Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra, declared a state of emergency as tremors led to evacuations and the collapse of an under-construction skyscraper. The earthquake’s epicenter was near Mandalay, Myanmar, at a depth of 10 km, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Rescue operations are underway as authorities assess the impact.
| Summary/Static | Details |
| Why in the news? | Thai PM Declares Emergency After Myanmar Quake |
| Location | Myanmar (epicenter), Bangkok (affected) |
| Magnitude | 7.7 |
| Depth | 10 km (6.2 miles) |
| Major Incident | 30-storey building collapse in Bangkok |
| Casualties | 43 workers trapped (rescue operations ongoing) |
| Government Action | State of emergency declared in Bangkok |
| Public Reaction | Panic, mass evacuations from buildings |
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