3.7 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Myanmar

• A 3.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Tuesday, December 9, 2025, at a depth of 30km.
• Another 3.5 magnitude earthquake occurred on Monday, December 8, 2025, at a shallower depth of 10km.
• Shallow earthquakes are generally more dangerous due to stronger ground shaking.
• Myanmar is highly vulnerable to earthquakes and tsunamis, situated between four tectonic plates and featuring the active Sagaing Fault.
• Past major earthquakes have led to significant health threats and risks for densely populated areas like Yangon.

Why It Matters: Myanmar's geology makes it highly vulnerable to dangerous earthquakes.