Myanmar struck by 7.7 magnitude earthquake: A look at major quakes in the last 5 years
The United States Geological Survey (USGS) said the quake was of 7.7 magnitude and at a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles). It was ...
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Earthquake readiness: Unprepared Dhaka at grave risk
The recent 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar and parts of Thailand serves as yet another warning for Dhaka.
Why the surge in earthquakes lately? Could a bigger one be next? | Explainer
The US Geological Survey (USGS) says an increase or decrease in global seismicity does not necessarily indicate that a large ...
Understanding the Impact of the Recent 7.5 Magnitude Earthquake in China's Maritime Region
Measuring 7.5 on the Richter scale places this event among the stronger earthquakes experienced worldwide. To contextualize, the 2010 Haiti earthquake was a magnitude of 7.0, which resulted in severe ...
Significant Earthquake Strikes Central Myanmar: A 7.7 Magnitude Event Felt in Thailand
On the afternoon of March 28, 2025, a powerful earthquake struck central Myanmar, registering a magnitude of 7.7 according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). The earthquake occurred at ...
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Beyond the fault lines: A roadmap to earthquake resilience for Bangladesh
Located at the south-western end of Old Dhaka, Shahidnagar sits along the shores of the Buriganga River. The neighbourhood is congested with buildings and narrow alleys, like the rest of the Old Dhaka ...
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Earthquake readiness: Dhaka unprepared and at risk
The 2023 Turkey earthquake (magnitude 7.8) killed around 53,500 people, primarily due to building collapses. In contrast, the 2010 Haiti earthquake (magnitude 7.0) caused nearly 230,000 deaths due ...