6.0 Magnitude Earthquake Jolts Myanmar, Tremors Felt in Kolkata and Bangladesh

• A 6.0 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Tuesday, with its epicenter approximately 70 miles east of Akyaab city.
• Strong tremors were felt across Kolkata, various parts of West Bengal, and several areas of Bangladesh.
• This was the third earthquake in Myanmar in 71 hours and the second in Bangladesh within 24 hours, following a 4.1 magnitude quake.
• No major damage or loss of life has been reported so far, though fear gripped residents temporarily.
• Last year, a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar near Sagaing city caused widespread destruction, power outages, and significant casualties.

Why It Matters: A 6.0 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar caused tremors in Kolkata and Bangladesh, with no immediate damage reported.