Recent earthquakes in Myanmar
Myanmar is split from north to south by the Sagaing Fault, a major strike-slip fault accommodating the motion between the India and Sunda plates, while the Indo-Burman ranges and offshore subduction zone add further hazard. The Sagaing Fault runs directly past major cities. The March 2025 earthquake (M7.7) near Mandalay ruptured a long stretch of this fault. In the past 24 hours, Myanmar has recorded no earthquakes above the reporting threshold.
Counts include M2.5+ events — the smallest size USGS reports consistently worldwide.
Recent earthquakes
| Magnitude | Time (UTC) | Depth | Location |
|---|---|---|---|
| M4.4 | Oct 24, 10:16 UTC | 103 km | 76 km S of Mawlaik, Burma (Myanmar) |
| M4.2 | Oct 23, 19:31 UTC | 10 km | 37 km ESE of Sainyabuli, Laos |
| M4.6 | Oct 23, 17:06 UTC | 117 km | 91 km ESE of Tuensang, India |
Notable recent activity
An M4.6 earthquake struck 91 km ESE of Tuensang, India at 17:06 UTC on Oct 23 at a depth of 117 km.
An M4.4 earthquake struck 76 km S of Mawlaik, Burma (Myanmar) at 10:16 UTC on Oct 24 at a depth of 103 km.
An M4.2 earthquake struck 37 km ESE of Sainyabuli, Laos at 19:31 UTC on Oct 23 at a depth of 10 km.
Frequently asked questions
Why does Myanmar have earthquakes?
Myanmar is crossed by the Sagaing Fault, a 1,200 km strike-slip fault that takes up much of the motion between the Indian and Sunda plates. Subduction along the Indo-Burman ranges to the west adds additional earthquake and tsunami hazard.
How active is the Sagaing Fault?
The Sagaing Fault is highly active and has produced numerous large earthquakes, running close to Mandalay, Naypyidaw, and Yangon. Its proximity to major population centres makes it one of Southeast Asia's most significant seismic hazards.
What was the biggest recent earthquake in Myanmar?
On March 28, 2025, a magnitude 7.7 earthquake ruptured a long segment of the Sagaing Fault near Mandalay, causing catastrophic damage and strong shaking felt as far as Bangkok. It was Myanmar's most destructive earthquake in over a century.
Nearby regions
Live data from the USGS earthquake feeds. Magnitudes and depths are automated readings and may be revised. Not for emergency use.