Earthquake News / After Myanmar, Tonga also experienced a strong earthquake, tsunami warning

Earthquake News: Seismic activity is increasing continuously in the South Pacific region. After the recent devastating earthquakes in Myanmar and Thailand, now a powerful earthquake has been recorded in Tonga.

7.1 magnitude earthquake in Tonga

According to the US Geological Survey, a powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.1 struck about 100 kilometers (62 miles) northeast of the main island of Tonga on Monday morning. Due to this earthquake, a tsunami warning was issued for the Pacific island country.

The Pacific Tsunami Warning Center said that dangerous waves could rise in coastal areas located within 300 kilometers (185 miles) from the epicenter. However, there have been no reports of any major damage or casualties so far.

Tonga, an island country located in Polynesia, is made up of 171 islands and has a population of about 100,000. Its main island is Tonga Island, where most of the people reside. The country is located about 3,500 kilometers (2,000 miles) from the east coast of Australia.

Earthquake wreaks havoc in Myanmar and Thailand

Before the earthquake in Tonga, a massive earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand on Friday, causing massive devastation in both countries. Buildings collapsed, infrastructure was damaged and thousands of people lost their lives.

According to the ruling junta in Myanmar, about 1,700 people have been confirmed dead so far from this earthquake, while 3,400 people are injured and about 300 people are missing.

The effects of this earthquake were also seen in Thailand's capital Bangkok. According to city officials, the death toll in Bangkok has risen to 17. According to the Bangkok Metropolitan Authority, 32 people have been injured and 82 people are still missing. Most of these people were working in a 30-storey tower block under construction, which collapsed during the 7.7 magnitude earthquake.

Earthquake tremors destroy buildings, damage roads and bridges

The epicenter of Friday's earthquake was northwest of Sagaing city in central Myanmar, followed minutes later by a second tremor of 6.7 magnitude. It destroyed buildings, collapsed bridges and caused heavy damage to roads across the country.

The country's second largest city Mandalay, which has a population of more than 1.7 million, also witnessed massive destruction. Many historical and modern buildings collapsed here, creating an atmosphere of fear and panic among the people.

Increasing geological instability in the South Pacific region

These recent earthquakes in Tonga, Myanmar and Thailand reflect the increasing geological instability in the region. Seismic activity is being recorded continuously in the 'Ring of Fire' located around the Pacific Ocean. Experts believe that more seismic activity may occur in the region in the coming days.

Although there has been no report of major damage from the earthquake in Tonga, officials have advised to be cautious. Island countries in the Pacific Ocean need to be prepared for tsunamis and other potential hazards.