Thailand earthquake update: Two minor tremors detected in northern Thailand
Latest Thailand earthquake update: two micro-earthquakes were detected in Phayao and Chiang Rai, with no reports of felt tremors or damage so far.
Thailand detected two consecutive micro-earthquakes on the morning of Friday (May 29), according to the Earthquake Observation Division under the Thai Meteorological Department.
The two small earthquakes were recorded in Phayao and Chiang Rai provinces. Details of the incidents, in chronological order, are as follows:
First earthquake: Phayao province
- Date/time: May 29 at 8.03am
- Magnitude: 1.8
- Location: Fai Kwang subdistrict, Chiang Kham district, Phayao province
Second earthquake: Chiang Rai province
- Date/time: May 29 at 9.26am, around one hour and 23 minutes after the first incident
- Magnitude: 1.7
- Location: Pong Phrae subdistrict, Mae Lao district, Chiang Rai province
Current situation and earthquake monitoring in Thailand
Based on initial reports, both earthquakes were classified as very small tremors. In general, earthquakes of this size are not strong enough for people on the surface to clearly feel the shaking.
There have so far been no reports of tremors being felt by residents, and no reports of damage to life or property in either province.
The Earthquake Observation Division of the Thai Meteorological Department is continuing to monitor seismic activity and fault-line behaviour across northern Thailand around the clock.
Authorities are keeping watch for any further geological developments, with updates to be issued if more information becomes available.
