On Friday, a powerful 7.7 earthquake rocked Myanmar along the Sagaing Fault, triggering a series of aftershocks that are still rattling the area. According to Myanmar’s Department of Meteorology and Hydrology, 12 aftershocks have been recorded so far, with magnitudes ranging from 2.8 to 7.5.
Jiang Haikun, a researcher at the China Earthquake Networks Center, explained, "This earthquake occurred along the Sagaing Fault in Myanmar, which marks the eastern edge of the Burmese Arc." The Sagaing Fault stretches over 1,400 kilometers and moves at about 20 millimeters per year, making it one of the most active seismic zones—with its middle and northern sections especially prone to quakes.
The drama behind these tremors is tied to a colossal natural collision between the Indian Plate and the Eurasian Plate. This ongoing tectonic ballet has built the Himalayan orogenic belt, and the Burmese Arc remains a hotspot for seismic activity. As locals and experts keep a close eye on the situation, the continuous aftershocks remind everyone that nature always has surprises in store! 🌍⚡
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Aftershocks rattle Myanmar following magnitude-7.7 earthquake
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