Strong Earthquake With 7.7 Magnitude Strikes Central Myanmar, Panic in Bangkok; Tremors Felt In Delhi | Details

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A strong earthquake with a 7.7 magnitude struck central Myanmar on Friday, also affecting Bangkok, and sending hundreds of people in the Thai capital rushing out of buildings in panic. Tremors were also felt in Delhi-NCR.

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A strong earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, also affecting Bangkok, earthquake monitoring services said, Reuters reported. Meanwhile, tremors were also felt in Delhi-NCR.

According to the National Center for Seismology, the earthquake hit at around 11.50 am at a depth of 10 km.

Earlier on Thursday, a mild earthquake of 3.5 magnitude hit Singrauli town of Madhya Pradesh. The epicentre of the earthquake was at 24.21 degrees north, 82.57 degrees east and at a depth of 5 kilometres.

There was no immediate comment from Myanmar on the extent of damage following the quake. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) said the quake had a magnitude of 7.7 and was epicentered at a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles).

One particularly terrifying video shows the water of an infinity pool falling over the edge.

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