Magnitude 5.6 earthquake strikes near Myanmar-India border

A magnitude 5.6 earthquake struck near the Myanmar-India border on Friday, the European Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC) said reports Reuters.

The quake was at a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles), EMSC said.

This earthquake comes amid increased seismic activity in the region, as earthquake experts warned of the possibility of aftershocks that may follow this initial quake, necessitating greater vigilance and preparedness from residents and local authorities.

At the same time, the Chilean coasts experienced a stronger earthquake measuring 7.5, but the relevant authorities confirmed that there is no risk of tsunami waves threatening coastal areas, which helped alleviate fears among the population.