Lamphun shaken by small quake as tremors stir northern Thailand
Officials monitor activity following early morning ground movement
A mild earthquake struck a district in Lamphun province this morning, prompting monitoring by officials, though no damage or injuries were reported.
The Earthquake Watch Division of the Thai Meteorological Department (TMD) reported a minor 2.0-magnitude earthquake struck Tha Sop Sao in Mae Tha district, Lamphun province today, November 11.
The tremor occurred at 7.51am local time, with an epicentre at coordinates 18.398°N, 99.170°E and a shallow depth of 5 kilometres. Officials confirmed there were no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
Although considered weak, the quake adds to a growing pattern of seismic activity unsettling residents across northern provinces.
Northern Thailand is known to be prone to earthquakes. In April, the Pai district in Mae Hong Son province was rocked by two noticeable earthquakes within minutes of each other.
On April 24, at 10.27pm, a 3.8-magnitude quake struck Wiang Nuea subdistrict at a depth of just 4 kilometres. The shake was strong enough to send tremors across Mae Hong Son and Chiang Mai, with startled locals seen fleeing buildings.
Just six minutes later, at 10.33pm, a second quake measuring 2.4 hit nearby Mae Hee subdistrict at a depth of only 1 kilometre. Although no injuries or damage were reported, the double tremor caused concern and drew attention to the region’s seismic sensitivity.
While the recent Lamphun tremor was far less intense, experts are urging residents in the north to stay informed and prepared. Officials said that while most of Thailand is not considered highly earthquake-prone, the northern region lies near several active fault lines, making occasional tremors a reality, reported Matichon.
The Earthquake Watch Division said it would continue to monitor the situation and provide updates if further seismic activity occurs.
Residents who experience tremors are encouraged to report them and follow safety guidance issued by local officials and the Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation.
The TMD provides real-time earthquake updates and alerts on its website and mobile applications.
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