An earthquake of magnitude 3.6 struck Myanmar today at 03:43 am IST, as per the National Centre for Seismology.
The earthquake occurred 60 km below the Earth’s crust. Earlier, an earthquake of magnitude 3.1 jolted Myanmar yesterday, as per the National Centre for Seismology. The epicentre of the earthquake was at a depth of 10 km within the Earth’s crust.
“EQ of M: 3.6, On: 03/10/2025 03:43:06 IST, Lat: 25.05 N, Long: 97.61 E, Depth: 60 Km, Location: Myanmar,” National Center for Seismology wrote on ‘X’.
Earlier, an earthquake of magnitude 3.1 jolted Myanmar late Wednesday night, as per the National Centre for Seismology.
The epicentre of the earthquake was at a depth of 10 km within the Earth’s crust.
“EQ of M: 3.1, On: 02/10/2025 02:19:27 IST, Lat: 26.57 N, Long: 96.43 E, Depth: 10 Km, Location: Myanmar,” National Centre for Seismology said in an ‘X’ post.
A series of light earthquakes has shaken parts of Myanmar.
Two separate tremors were recorded on consecutive days. The National Center for Seismology in India confirmed the seismic events. The first quake, a magnitude 3.1, occurred late Wednesday.
A stronger magnitude 3.6 tremor followed on Friday morning. Both were centered in Myanmar’s northern regions.
The seismic activity has drawn attention to the region’s geology.
While these were minor events, they serve as a reminder of the area’s susceptibility to earthquakes. According to data from Reuters, this region is part of a complex tectonic zone.
The most recent quake registered a magnitude of 3.6. It struck at 03:43 am Indian Standard Time on October 3. The epicenter was located at latitude 25.05 North and longitude 97.61 East.
The tremor originated 60 kilometers beneath the Earth’s surface. This depth is classified as an intermediate-depth earthquake.
The earlier event was slightly weaker. It measured a magnitude of 3.1 on the Richter scale. This tremor occurred on October 2 at 02:19 am IST.
Its epicenter was pinpointed at latitude 26.57 North and longitude 96.43 East. This quake was much shallower, with a depth of just 10 kilometers.
No damage or casualties have been reported from either event. Earthquakes of this magnitude are often felt but rarely cause destruction.
The variation in depth between the two tremors is notable. Shallow quakes are typically felt more strongly at the surface. Deeper tremors, like the 60-kilometer event, dissipate energy over a wider area.
The region sits near a seismically active boundary. The collision of the Indian and Eurasian tectonic plates creates constant stress. This stress is periodically released as earthquakes.
The data collected helps seismologists better understand fault lines. It contributes to improved hazard assessment for populated areas.
The recent seismic events highlight the persistent geological activity in the region.
While these Myanmar earthquake instances were minor, they underscore the importance of continuous monitoring and preparedness for populations living in active seismic zones.