Across northern Thailand, including Chiang Mai, the quake caused similar scenes of alarm. Historic buildings sustained minor damage, and residents fled into open spaces as aftershocks followed. Even in Bangkok, hundreds of kilometers away, high-rise buildings swayed noticeably, prompting evacuations and temporary closures while safety inspections were conducted.
Officials in both countries urged caution, warning that aftershocks could continue for days. Transportation services were briefly halted, schools closed, and emergency shelters opened in affected areas. While the full extent of damage remains under assessment, authorities emphasized preparedness and cooperation as communities begin the process of recovery following one of the strongest earthquakes to hit the region in recent years.
