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NCS reported on X that the Myanmar earthquake occurred at latitude 21.698 N and longitude 94.504 E, providing details of the seismic event.
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An earthquake of magnitude 4.1 struck Myanmar in the early hours of Saturday, according to the National Centre for Seismology (NCS). The tremor occurred at a depth of 90 kilometres at 12:20 AM Indian Standard Time.
The NCS shared details of the earthquake on social media platform X, stating that the quake was recorded at latitude 21.698 N and longitude 94.504 E in Myanmar.
The latest earthquake follows another tremor of magnitude 4.5 that hit Myanmar on Friday evening. The earlier earthquake was reported at a depth of 100 kilometres and occurred at 6:59 PM IST, according to NCS data.
Myanmar is located in a seismically active region and remains vulnerable to earthquakes due to its position between several tectonic plates, including the Indian, Eurasian, Sunda, and Burma plates. The interaction of these plates creates significant geological activity across the country.
A major fault system, the Sagaing Fault, runs through Myanmar and is considered a key source of earthquake risk. The fault extends through populated areas, including regions around Sagaing, Mandalay, Bago, and Yangon.
Experts have noted that densely populated cities can face considerable risks from seismic events, even when located away from major fault lines. Historical earthquakes have affected several parts of Myanmar, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and preparedness.
Authorities continue to track seismic activity across the region through monitoring systems operated by the NCS and other agencies. No immediate reports of damage or casualties were available following the latest earthquake.