Strong tremors were felt in Myanmar and Thailand after a strong 7.7 magnitude earthquake hit the Thai capital Friday.
According to Germany’s GFZ center for geosciences, the midday temblor was a shallow 10 kilometers, with an epicenter in Myanmar.
There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties.
The greater Bangkok area, home to over 17 million people, is known for its many high-rise apartments.
Startled residents rushed out of high-rise condominiums and hotels in central Bangkok, one of the most densely populated areas. They gathered in the streets, seeking relief from the midday sun in the moments following the quake.
The tremor was strong enough to cause water to slosh out of pools, including those on high floors of tall buildings.
As the buildings swayed during the rare quake, many were evacuated for safety.
The earthquake’s epicenter was located in central Myanmar, about 50 kilometers (30 miles) east of Monywa. While no immediate reports came from Myanmar, the country is currently in the midst of a civil war.
(This is a developing story)
