Destruction in Myanmar, tremors in Afghanistan

There is an atmosphere of panic in the neighboring countries of India due to continuous earthquake tremors. On the morning of 29 March, Afghanistan had a 4.7 magnitude earthquake, while in Myanmar, on March 28, a 7.7 -magnitude earthquake was felt again at midnight. The fierce earthquake in Myanmar caused heavy havoc, in which 144 people have died and hundreds have been injured so far.

Earthquake in Afghanistan in the morning

According to the National Center for Sisamology (NCS), an earthquake occurred in Afghanistan at 5:16 am, which was 180 km. 4.7 This earthquake of intensity is considered mild, but the Hindukush region is seismically sensitive, causing such shocks from time to time. No major damage has been reported so far, but the administration is cautious.

7.7 magnitude earthquake and afteroxic in Myanmar

On March 28, at 12:50 pm (local time), the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar caused terrible havoc. Its center was near the city of Mandley and the depth was just 10 km, which felt a strong shock on the ground. Many cities in Myanmar and Thailand were affected.

At midnight, then 4.2 to 4.4 magnitude after -raples came, due to which the already scared people came out of the houses.

Earthquake devastation in Myanmar

• More than 144 people killed, 732 injured

• Roads broken, buildings fell, electricity and communication services affected

• Impact also in Thailand, an under -construction building collapses in Bangkok, 9 people died

• Myanmar government declared emergency in 6 regions and sought international help

Causes of Earthquake: Sagiing Fault and Tectonic Stir

Myanmar’s earthquake occurred due to the Sagiing Fault, which is the most active seismic region in the country. It is located between the Burma plate and the Sunda plate, where tectonic activities continue to occur. This powerful earthquake occurred due to strike-slip faolting, after which the series of afterchox continues.

Afghanistan’s earthquake occurred due to a confrontation of Indian and Eurasian plates in the Hindukush mountainous region. This area also suffers earthquake again and again.

Relief and rescue operations continue

Rescue operations in Myanmar are going on fast, but relief operations are being interrupted due to military conflict and poor infrastructure. Prime Minister of India Narendra Modi has offered help. The situation in Afghanistan is normal, but vigilance is being taken.

According to experts, more shocks may be felt in the coming days, so people have been appealed to be vigilant and stay in safe places.