Multiple campuses close and classes postponed amid earthquake panic
A series of earthquakes between Friday and Saturday triggered widespread panic in Dhaka, prompting several public and private universities, medical colleges, and other educational institutions to suspend classes and examinations for multiple days. Many campuses have begun urgent inspections of academic buildings and residential halls to determine whether the tremors caused structural cracks or fresh damage.
Bangladesh’s plate is shifting northeast and hitting the Myanmar plate
A 5.7-magnitude earthquake struck Bangladesh, with its epicenter 10 kilometers beneath the surface. Despite being moderately strong, it caused severe devastation in the country. Ten people have died, and more than six hundred have been injured. The damage has also been extensive. Scientists, however, are not surprised by these numbers. According to them, Bangladesh’s geographical and geological conditions are responsible for this earthquake. They also warn that the region faces the possibility of even larger quakes in the future.
Four Quakes in 31 Hours, Experts Warn of a Major Earthquake
A wave of panic has spread among the public as four earthquakes were felt in Dhaka, the capital, within a span of 31 hours. The tremors that occurred from Friday morning to Saturday evening have once again brought experts’ warnings to the forefront—Bangladesh remains at high risk of a major earthquake, and the recent events may be early signs of a larger impending quake.
Earthquake Felt Again in the Capital and Various Parts of the Country
Once again, earthquakes have been felt in various parts of the country, including the capital. On Saturday (22 November) at 6:06 p.m., this earthquake was felt. Its magnitude on the Richter scale was 3.7.
Death Toll from Earthquake Rises to 10 in Three Districts
The death toll has risen to 10 in the most fatal earthquake the country has seen in decades, with the number of injured exceeding six hundred.
Earthquake: Fire Service Releases Damage Report
At least four people have been killed in a 5.7-magnitude earthquake in Narsingdi near Dhaka, with reports coming from various areas of cracks in buildings and plaster falling off.
Strong Quake Jolts Dhaka, Sparks Nationwide Panic
On the holiday morning, houses shook with a strong jolt, spreading panic across Dhaka and the entire country.
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