Massive Earthquake Shakes Myanmar!
Hey friends! Did you hear about the big earthquake that happened in Myanmar? 🌏 On Friday, a powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 shook the country, causing the ground to rumble and buildings to sway!
What Is an Earthquake?
An earthquake is when the Earth’s surface shakes because of movements deep underground. It’s like when you jiggle a wobbly table, and everything on it starts to move! 🍽️
Aftershocks Keep Coming
After the main quake, there were 12 more smaller ones called aftershocks. These ranged from magnitude 2.8 to 7.5. Imagine lots of little shakes after a big one! It’s like ripples after you toss a stone in a pond. 🌊
Why Did It Happen?
Scientists say the earthquake happened along the Sagaing Fault in Myanmar. A fault is a giant crack in the Earth’s crust where movements happen.
The Earth is made up of huge pieces called tectonic plates, which fit together like puzzle pieces. Sometimes these plates push against each other, causing earthquakes. In this case, the Indian Plate is pushing against the Eurasian Plate, which also formed the Himalayan Mountains! ⛰️
The Biggest in Almost 10 Years!
This earthquake is the strongest one on land in nearly a decade! 😮 It’s also the biggest earthquake to happen this year anywhere in the world.
Helping Hands 🤝
On Saturday, rescue teams from different countries arrived in Yangon, Myanmar’s largest city, to help people affected by the earthquake. It’s heartwarming to see everyone coming together to lend a hand!
Stay Safe!
Earthquakes can be scary, but knowing what to do can help. Remember, if you’re ever in an earthquake, stay calm and take cover under something sturdy like a table. Protect your head and neck, and stay away from windows or heavy furniture that could fall. Safety first! 🛡️
Reference(s):
Aftershocks rattle Myanmar following magnitude-7.7 earthquake
cgtn.com
