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The Star
21-05-2025
- Climate
- The Star
Strong 6.5 magnitude quake strikes Papua New Guinea; small tremors detected in Thailand and Myanmar
BANGKOK: The Earthquake Observation Division of the Thai Meteorological Department reported a strong earthquake in Papua New Guinea on Tuesday night (May 20), with no direct impact on Thailand. According to the division, the earthquake occurred at 10:06pm (Thaitime) of Tuesday, with a magnitude of 6.5 and a depth of 10km. The epicentre was at latitude -3.56° and longitude 144.96°, near the North Coast of Papua New Guinea. The quake occurred approximately 5,268 kilometres from Bangkok, and does not directly impact Thailand, the division said. Strong 6.5 magnitude quake strikes Papua New Guinea; small tremors detected in Thailand and Myanmar The division also reported a total of seven mild earthquakes recorded in Myanmar and northern Thailand in the past 24 hours, with magnitudes ranging from 2.1 to 3.9. One of these earthquakes occurred in Pong Sa Subdistrict, Pai District of Mae Hong Son Province, the division said. The earthquake occurred at 1:58pm Tuesday (May 20), with a magnitude of 2.1 and a depth of one kilometre. The epicentre was at latitude 19.134° North and longitude 98.6° East. There have been no reports of damage or injuries from the recent quake, the division said. Authorities are closely monitoring the situation and have advised residents in the area to stay alert and be prepared for any further developments. For the latest updates on earthquake activity, visit the division's website at follow its social media channels under the name 'EarthquakeTMD' (on Facebook, X, Telegram, YouTube, and TikTok), or download the 'EarthquakeTMD' mobile application. - The Nation/ANN
The Star
10-05-2025
- Climate
- The Star
Nine mild quakes recorded in Myanmar, northern Thailand
BANGKOK: Nine mild earthquakes, with magnitudes ranging from 1.4 to 3.1, were recorded in Myanmar as well as in northern Thailand from Friday (May 9) night to Saturday morning, according to the Thai Meteorological Department. The Department's Earthquake Observation Division reported that two of the quakes occurred in Thailand. The first quake struck at 7.33pm of Friday in San Sali Subdistrict, Wiang Pa Pao District, Chiang Rai Province, with a magnitude of 1.4 and a depth of 10kms. The epicentre was located at latitude 19.384° North and longitude 99.507° East. The second quake occurred at 9.5pm of Friday in Pong Sa Subdistrict, Muang District, Mae Hong Son Province, with a magnitude of 1.5 and a depth of 3km. The epicentre was at latitude 19.246° North and longitude 98.462° East. As of the time of reporting, there have been no reports of property damage in Thailand, the department said. The department urged residents to stay informed through official government announcements, check the structural integrity of their homes and buildings, and prepare essential emergency supplies. For the latest updates on the earthquake situation, visit the division's website at follow its social media accounts under the name 'EarthquakeTMD' (Facebook, X, Telegram, YouTube, and TikTok), or install the 'EarthquakeTMD' mobile application. - The Nation/ANN
The Star
08-05-2025
- Climate
- The Star
Six mild quakes recorded in Myanmar, northern Thailand
BANGKOK: Six mild earthquakes, with magnitudes ranging from 1.5 to 2.6, were recorded in Myanmar as well as in northern Thailand on Thursday (May 8) morning, according to the Thai Meteorological Department. The Department's Earthquake Observation Division reported that two of the quakes occurred in Thailand. The first quake struck at 4.04am in Yap Hua Na Subdistrict, Wiang Sa District, Nan Province, with a magnitude of 1.7 and a depth of 1 kilometre. The epicentre was located at latitude 18.682° North and longitude 100.371° East. The second quake occurred at 4.52am, also in Yap Hua Na Subdistrict, with a magnitude of 1.5 and a depth of 1 kilometre. The epicentre was at latitude 18.679° North and longitude 100.369° East. As of the time of reporting, there have been no reports of property damage in Thailand, the department said. The department urged residents to stay informed through official government announcements, check the structural integrity of their homes and buildings, and prepare essential emergency supplies. For the latest updates on the earthquake situation, visit the division's website at follow its social media accounts under the name 'EarthquakeTMD' (Facebook, X, Telegram, YouTube, and TikTok), or install the 'EarthquakeTMD' mobile application. - The Nation/ANN
The Star
02-05-2025
- Climate
- The Star
Thailand records four mild quakes, including one in Mae Hong Son
BANGKOK: Of four mild earthquakes recorded on Friday (May 2) morning, a 3.9-magnitude tremor struck Myanmar, while a 1.4-magnitude quake was felt in Mae Hong Son province, northern Thailand. According to the Thai Meteorological Department's Earthquake Observation Division, three of the quakes occurred in Myanmar, with magnitudes ranging from 2.0 to 3.9. Only one quake was recorded within Thai territory, in Mae Hong Son. Here are the details of the four quakes reported on May 2: 8.53am – A 3.9-magnitude quake at a depth of 10km in Myanmar, approximately 324km northwest of Pang Mapha district, Mae Hong Son. 3.16am – A 2.0-magnitude quake at a depth of 10km in Myanmar, approximately 162km southwest of Khun Yuam district, Mae Hong Son. 2.50am – A 3.1-magnitude quake at a depth of 10km in Myanmar, approximately 253km northwest of Mueang district, Mae Hong Son. 0.49am – A 1.4-magnitude quake at a depth of 2km in Thung Yao subdistrict, Pai district, Mae Hong Son province. The Earthquake Observation Division continues to monitor the situation closely and advises residents in risk-prone areas to stay updated through official government channels. - The Nation/ANN
The Star
28-04-2025
- Climate
- The Star
Rare hailstorm surprises people across Cambodia
Cambodian people witnessed a sudden deluge of hailstones, during an April 26 storm. - FB PHNOM PENH: Cambodia witnessed a rare and surprising weather phenomenon over the weekend, as hailstones hit several parts of the kingdom during heavy storms. Social media platforms lit up on April 26, with posts from amazed Khmer sharing images and videos of the small ice pellets that blanketed their rooftops and fell into their hands. The event, particularly extraordinary given Cambodia's tropical climate, generated widespread buzz, with many people amazed by the sight. One of the most memorable moments came from Siem Reap, where a Facebook user captured a video of the hailstorm near the world-famous Angkor Wat temple complex. The sight of hailstones near such an iconic landmark left many wondering about the implications for the region's climate. Hail in Cambodia is rare due to its tropical climate, but experts note that such storms can occur during the transitional periods between the dry and wet seasons. Authorities have confirmed that no significant damage or injuries were reported during Saturday's unlikely storm. However, the event has sparked discussions about the increasingly unpredictable weather in the region and the need for improved forecasting capabilities. This isn't the first time Cambodia has dealt with extreme weather. In 2013, severe hailstorms wreaked havoc in several provinces, leaving one dead, over 10 injured, and nearly 200 houses damaged or destroyed. In Kratie province, a woman tragically lost her life when a storm caused her home to collapse, and several other provinces, including Stung Treng, Svay Rieng, and Kampong Thom, were also severely affected. In March last year, northern Thailand was struck by a fierce hailstorm, with ice chunks so large that people had to stay indoors until the storm subsided. Singapore experienced similar conditions in January 2022, when hailstones the size of 5-10 cent coins caused damage in Yishun and Seletar, including breaking sliding doors. Malaysia's Selangor province saw a freak hailstorm in the same month. Experts explained that the process of hail formation involves supercooled water droplets freezing onto a condensation nucleus in a thunderstorm updraft. These droplets freeze onto the growing hailstone, causing it to become larger. The hailstone can travel multiple rounds within the updraft, layering more ice as it goes. When it gets too heavy for the updraft to keep it aloft, the hailstone falls to the ground. The unusual hailstorm in Cambodia comes at a time when many countries in South-East Asia have been grappling with increasing extreme weather patterns. Thailand, for example, has been experiencing severe thunderstorms, gusty winds, and hailstorms. The Thai Meteorological Department issued warnings for northern and central Thailand in mid-April, urging people to stay indoors during storms and avoid large trees and unsecured structures. A moderate high-pressure system from China and easterly winds over upper Thailand are driving the summer storm, according to the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD), according to The Nation Thailand on April 14, 2025. 'The TMD urged people to take care of their health, avoid outdoor activities during storms, and stay clear of large trees and unsecured structures,' it noted. - The Phnom Penh Post/ANN
