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Strong earthquake in Myanmar – effects in Thailand

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Strong earthquake in Myanmar – a building collapses in Bangkok, skyscrapers shake. Fortunately, there are no effects in Phuket. All the best to those affected!
Today, Friday, 28 March 2025, a strong earthquake measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale shook Myanmar and neighbouring regions. DIE WELT

Hardly any information from Myanmar due to social media bans

Due to restrictions on social media and limited internet access in Myanmar, reliable information on the exact extent of the damage and number of victims is currently difficult to obtain.
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Buildings in Bangkok shake – skyscraper collapses

In Bangkok, skyscrapers swayed and a building under construction collapsed. There were fatalities and missing persons.
In Bangkok, about 1,000 kilometres from the epicentre, the earthquake caused a skyscraper under construction to collapse. At least three people were killed and many more are still missing. Rescue workers are on site to recover survivors from the rubble.

Swaying skyscrapers in Bangkok

The tremors were clearly felt in Bangkok. Many residents fled their homes in panic as high-rise buildings began to sway. There have been no reports of major damage or injuries so far. DIE WELT

Earthquake felt in Thailand, effects in Thailand

The effects of the earthquake were also felt in other parts of Thailand. In Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, residents reported buildings swaying, but fortunately no major damage has been reported there so far.

The current situation in Phuket

Here in Phuket, we were fortunately spared from the direct effects of the earthquake. No damage or injuries were reported. Our thoughts are with all those affected by this natural disaster.