Myanmar Hit by Multiple Earthquakes, Latest Being a 4.5 Magnitude

A 4.5 magnitude earthquake shook Myanmar on Friday, as reported by the National Center for Seismology (NCS). The earthquake’s epicenter was located at a depth of 101km. The NCS provided detailed information on X, stating the time, location, and magnitude. Prior to this, a 4.6 magnitude earthquake occurred on July 7, with the NCS sharing specifics about that event as well. Furthermore, a 4.1 magnitude earthquake was recorded on July 3, with a shallow depth of 10km, increasing the possibility of aftershocks. Shallow earthquakes are generally more hazardous. The WHO has previously highlighted rising health risks such as tuberculosis, HIV, and waterborne diseases affecting displaced populations following earlier earthquakes in March. Myanmar faces earthquake and tsunami threats along its coastline. The Sagaing Fault increases seismic risks in major cities, including Yangon, which has a high population density and is therefore at increased risk.