Fri Mar 28 06:30:00 UTC 2025: ## Powerful Earthquake Strikes Central Myanmar, Followed by Strong Aftershock
**Yangon, Myanmar –** A major 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday afternoon, triggering widespread tremors felt as far away as Bangkok, Thailand. The quake, which hit 16 kilometers northwest of Sagaing around 12:50 p.m. local time, was followed approximately 12 minutes later by a powerful 6.4 magnitude aftershock, according to the United States Geological Survey (USGS). Authorities are currently assessing the extent of the damage and casualties. This is a developing story and updates will follow.
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