Mae Pang: An earthquake measuring 4.5 in magnitude jolted Mae Pang in Chiang Mai Province, causing tremors to be felt across several provinces. The quake's epicenter was located in Mae Pang Subdistrict, Phrao District, and occurred at a shallow depth of just 1 kilometer, making the tremors noticeable.
According to Thai News Agency, CCTV footage from a house in the epicenter captured the moment the quake struck at 2:07 p.m., with residents of Phrao District experiencing the tremors but reporting no damage. In Chiang Mai city, both residents and tourists felt the quake, yet the Cell Broadcast system issued a warning nearly 20 minutes late.
The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) relayed that an earthquake warning was sent via Cell Broadcast to Chiang Mai Province at 2:22 p.m., approximately 14 minutes post-quake. In response, Chiang Mai Governor Nirun Phongsitthaworn instructed Phrao District and neighboring areas to evaluate the earthquake's impact on structures and infrastructure and to prepare for any required assistance. Fortunately, there were no injuries or fatalities, and vital infrastructure, including the airport, mass transit, and rail systems, remained unaffected. Additionally, the Mae Ngat Somboon Chon Dam and the Mae Kuang Udomthara Dam in nearby districts were reported to be unharmed by the seismic activity.