Earthquake in Myanmar: No Impact Reported in Thailand

An earthquake with a magnitude of 5.5 struck Myanmar on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, but no damages or tremors were reported in Thailand, according to the Thai Meteorological Department.

Details of the Earthquake

The Earthquake Observation Division reported the quake occurred at a depth of 1 kilometer at 10:15 AM local time. The epicenter was located at Latitude 24.369°N and Longitude 97.633°E, approximately 494 kilometers northwest of Mae Sai district in Chiang Rai Province, Thailand.

Chiang Rai Province

Chiang Rai, the northernmost major city in Thailand, has a population of around 70,000 people. Chiang Rai was established as a capital city in 1262 CE during the reign of King Mangrai and is now recognized as a “Design City” by UNESCO’s Creative Cities Network.

The city is located in Mueang Chiang Rai District and covers an area of 60.85 square kilometers. Its elevation is 390 meters (1,280 feet). Chiang Rai International Airport serves the region.

No Reported Impact in Thailand

Despite the proximity of the earthquake’s epicenter to the Thai border, the Thai Meteorological Department has confirmed that no tremors or damage were reported within Thailand.