Myanmar-Thailand Earthquake: 1000-Bed Hospital Declared ‘Mass Casualty Area’; Red Cross Warns of ‘Significant Damage’

Modern smartphones are equipped with accelerometers that detect motion. When a network of phones senses simultaneous ground movement, this data can be analyzed to identify seismic activity, enabling the issuance of timely alerts. Read the full story here. 

Between January 2025 and March 28, 2025, the South and Southeast Asia region experienced over 200 earthquakes of magnitude greater than 4.0, according to data from the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Read the full story here. 

At least 100 killed and 300 injured in Myanmar earthquake, with most casualties reported in Mandalay, Naypyidaw, and surrounding areas.

On the Myanmar-Thailand earthquake, Foreign Secretary Vikram Misri says, "...we are currently analysing report of damage primarily in Myanmar. We are in touch with the authorities in Myanmar and are also looking at the exact requirements in terms of the assistance and relief material that might be required. India has always been the first responder in the neighbourhood whenever these kinds of natural disasters have taken place..."

Ravinder Jain, an Indian citizen living in Myanmar, says, "When the earthquake hit, we were at the India Centre where India Education Fair was taking place. We were on the fourth floor...The building shook vigorously. People started screaming...It continued for 15-20 seconds. As far as I know through social media and through our friends, a few buildings have tilted in Yangon too, and Mandalay and Nay Pyi Taw have suffered damages...The severity of the earthquake was quite high. Everyone was scared and..."

At least three confirmed killed in Thai quake building collapse: deputy PM

Earthquake of magnitude 4.4 on the Richter scale hits Myanmar, says National Center for Seismology.

Thai emergency responders have confirmed two deaths and an unknown number trapped under rubble after a building collapsed in Bangkok following a massive 7.7 magnitude earthquake. Rescue worker Songwut Wangpon reported that seven people were found alive, speaking outside the debris of a high-rise under construction. 

The structure collapsed after the earthquake struck at midday on Friday, toppling a crane and sending a massive dust plume into the air.

Myanmar declares an emergency in its capital, Naypyidaw and its second-largest city after a 7.7 earthquake, state media say, reports AP.

Singapore Embassy in Bangkok urges Singaporeans to be alert to surrounding environment

Those in Thailand and need consular help:

Tel: +66-2-348-6700
Emergency Tel (after hours): +66-81-844-3580
Email: singemb_bkk@mfa.sg

A clip shows people huddled on the ground near aircraft at Mandalay International Airport, seeking safety during a massive earthquake just before boarding their flights.

Mahamuni Pagoda in Mandalay Collapses following 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar. 

A 2.5-magnitude quake also struck Ukhrul district in Manipur, while a light-intensity tremor hit Meghalaya’s East Garo Hills. Authorities confirmed no loss of life or property damage.

Mild tremors were felt in Kolkata, Imphal, and Meghalaya's East Garo Hills following a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Bangkok. The epicenter was in central Myanmar, 50 km east of Monywa. Tremors were reported in Kolkata and surrounding areas, but no damage or casualties were reported. In Imphal, the tremors caused panic in areas like Thangal Bazar, but no harm was reported.

Bangkok’s rooftop pool turns into a waterfall as earthquake rocks the city.

A video has emerged showing the collapse of the colonial-era Old Sagaing Bridge, which spanned the Irrawaddy River between Mandalay and Sagaing regions, built by the British during colonial times.

Thailand's stock exchange halted trading following the Myanmar earthquake, reports Reuters.

PM Modi posted on X, “Concerned by the situation following the earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand. Praying for the safety and wellbeing of all. India stands ready to offer assistance. Instructed authorities to be on standby and asked MEA to stay in touch with Myanmar and Thailand governments.”

Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra declared a “State of emergency” in Bangkok after mayhem on the streets of the city following the tremors.

Videos showing a tall building shaking and water spilling from a rooftop pool in Bangkok have gone viral on the social media platform X.