Tremors Shake Chiang Mai & Mae Hong Son

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Image courtesy of Bangkok Post

 

Chiang Mai and Mae Hong Son districts were rocked by sixteen minor tremors on Monday morning. These little shakes, measuring 1.9 to 3.8 on the Richter scale, were most prominent in Wiang Haeng, Chiang Mai, and Pai, Mae Hong Son. Though many went unnoticed, a few larger ones made their presence felt among residents.

 

The Earthquake Observation Division reported that the tremors began early, from 4:22 am and continued sporadically until 10:57 am. The majority—ten quakes—were located in Saen Hai, Wiang Haeng, with magnitudes ranging from 1.9 to 3.5.

 

Meanwhile, Pai district experienced six tremors, with the initial one peaking at a considerable magnitude of 3.8.

A government official, Jirayu Huangsub, noted structural concerns linked to a past seismic event on March 28 in nearby Myanmar.

 

 

 

In Chiang Mai, one older condominium, Duangkamol, suffered enough structural damage to be evacuated and closed off as a precaution.

 

This eight-storey building, over thirty years old, displayed notable cracks, prompting safety measures by public officials. Another two taller condo buildings bore minor cosmetic damage and await repairs while being vacated.

 

These recurring tremors highlight ongoing seismic activity in the region. Local authorities maintain vigilance, ensuring swift responses and safety measures for those in affected areas.

 

The minor tremors serve as reminders of the region's susceptibility to geological shifts and the importance of building preparedness.

 

Based on a story by Bangkok Post

 

-- 2025-04-08

 

 

[worgeordie]

Never felt a thing ,I must have been asleep or they were very minor ,Chiang Mai

did a lot better than Bangkok ,although nearer to the epicentre ,I think the ground

been a lot softer around Bangkok , 

 

regards worgeordie