Central Myanmar was shook by a 5. 5 magnitude quake early on Sunday, causing disturbed residents to flee their homes in cities close to the epicenter. One of its strongest tremors, which occurred just days after a strong 7.7-magnitude temblor on March 28, was the East Asian nation’s latest quake.
According to the US geological study, the earthquake struck close to Meiktila, a little city in the Mandalay Region. Its epicentre was about halfway between Naypyitaw, the capital of Myanmar, and Mandalay, the second-largest city there, both of which were severely affected by the earthquake on March 28.
Two Wundwin town residents, who live close to the core, called The Associated Press by phone to claim that the earthquake was strong enough to stir buildings and sever ceilings. One person said,” People rushed out of properties.” Another native described small dirt falling inside the home and cracked walls.
However, a tenant of Naypyitaw claimed he didn’t experience tremor.
Under the condition of anonymity, all three people spoke, citing a fear of infuriating the military’s leaders, who have long had strong control over data and limited public criticism, particularly in times of crisis.
According to the military authorities, Sunday’s vibration is one of the strongest waves following the March 28 disaster, which left at least 3, 649 individuals dead and more than 5, 000 injured. Additionally, that earthquake quake shattered rural communities, seriously damaged hospitals, and slowed farming and transportation in many regions.
The UN issued a warning last week that the destruction is adding to Myanmar’s already severe humanitarian crisis, which has been worsened by ongoing discord and the movement of more than 3 million people.
Thingyan, Myanmar’s customary New Year’s trip, was officially observed when the nation was struck by the earthquake. Due to the recent sufferers, festivities had already been called off.
While authorities stated that there are no fresh deaths being reported right away.
