On Friday, a powerful earthquake centered in central Myanmar resulted in several buildings collapsing in Mandalay, the nation's second-largest city. The tremors were felt strongly in the capital of Thailand, Bangkok, about 1,000 km away, causing panic as hundreds evacuated buildings. The earthquake also led to temporary halting of trading on the Thai stock exchange due to the widespread concern echoes in both countries. This incident starkly illustrates the earthquake's significant geographic impact, affecting not just Myanmar but also neighboring regions.
A strong earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, leading to several building collapses in Mandalay and creating panic even as far away as Bangkok, Thailand.
Witnesses described the overwhelming sensation of buildings shaking, prompting hundreds to flee into the streets in panic as the tremors reverberated across regions.
In the aftermath, the stock exchange in Thailand halted trading due to the earthquake's impact, highlighting the far-reaching effects on economies.
The geographic significance of the earthquake’s center contributes to its wide-reaching effects, felt even beyond borders in neighboring countries.
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