A deadly earthquake shook buildings in the central business area of the Thai capital, where a 30-story skyscraper collapsed. The epicenter of the earthquake was in Myanmar, where the powerful tremors were also felt.
What else do we know about the earthquake?
Witnesses reported that people rushed into the streets of Bangkok as the tremors struck. The earthquake led to a high-rise building collapsing, with reports of 81 people trapped inside.
What is the situation in Myanmar?
The epicenter was located near Sagaing, causing significant damage, including buckled roads. There were also reports of buildings collapsing and infrastructure being severely impacted.
What were Bangkok's streets like during the earthquake?
Many residents fled from buildings, with reports of chaos and panic as people rushed to evacuate. The tremors were felt intensely, prompting emergency measures and a state of alert.
Where else were the tremors felt?
The earthquake was felt not just in Thailand, but also in China's Yunnan province, with preparations for assistance being made by neighboring countries.
