A moderate earthquake measuring 4.3 on the Richter scale struck central Myanmar early Tuesday morning, sending mild tremors across parts of the region, according to official monitoring agencies.

The Earthquake Surveillance Division of the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) reported that the quake occurred at 7:08am local time. The epicenter was located at latitude 23.290°N and longitude 94.655°E, placing it deep inside Myanmar but within proximity to the Thai border.

The tremor was recorded approximately 560 kilometres northwest of Pang Mapha district in Mae Hong Son province, a mountainous area that frequently experiences seismic activity due to regional fault lines. While the quake was not considered strong enough to cause widespread damage, its location raised attention among authorities monitoring cross-border seismic risks.

According to The Nation, there have been no immediate reports of casualties or structural damage in nearby areas, though local officials continue to assess the situation.

Myanmar lies in a seismically active zone due to the interaction of several tectonic plates, making earthquakes relatively common. However, quakes of this magnitude are typically felt lightly and rarely result in significant destruction unless occurring at shallow depths or near populated areas.

Authorities in both Myanmar and Thailand are expected to continue monitoring for aftershocks, though no immediate threats have been identified.

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