Strong Earthquake Rocks Bangkok, Prompting Evacuations from Swaying Buildings

By Why News Mar 29, 20250

Strong Earthquake Rocks Bangkok, Prompting Evacuations from Swaying Buildings

Bangkok, Thailand, causing buildings to sway and triggering evacuations across the city. The tremor, which was felt in high-rise structures, sent residents and office workers rushing into the streets as a precaution.

Details of the Earthquake

Strong Earthquake Rocks Bangkok

According to initial reports, the earthquake had a magnitude of 7.7. Affected countries: Bangladesh, India, Laos, Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, and China

12 km from Sagaing, Myanmar (Burma) · 28 Mar, 11:50 am. The tremors were strong enough to be felt across Bangkok, with many people reporting prolonged shaking in tall buildings.

While there were no immediate reports of major damage or casualties, authorities urged caution as aftershocks remained a possibility. Social media was flooded with videos and images of people evacuating offices and residential complexes.

Public Response and Authorities’ Actions

Emergency services were deployed to assess structural damage, particularly in high-risk areas. The Thai Meteorological Department and disaster response teams issued advisories, urging residents to stay alert.

Bangkok, which is not typically prone to strong earthquakes, experienced rare seismic activity, raising concerns about building safety standards. Experts noted that while the city is not on a major fault line, distant earthquakes can still cause noticeable tremors.

Regional Impact

The quake was also reportedly felt in neighboring regions. Affected countries: Bangladesh, India, Laos, Myanmar (Burma), Thailand, and China and Vietnam monitored the situation but did not report significant effects.

What’s Next?

Authorities are continuing to evaluate the situation, and further updates are expected. Residents have been advised to follow official guidelines and avoid using elevators during aftershocks.

This rare seismic event serves as a reminder for Bangkok to review its earthquake preparedness, given its dense urban infrastructure.