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The Quake’s Epicenter and Reach
According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake originated roughly 10 kilometers beneath the surface — a shallow depth that intensified its destructive potential. The tremors spread widely, reaching southern China, northern Thailand, and several parts of Myanmar.

Residents from urban centers to remote villages reported the ground shifting violently beneath them. In some areas, the movement was described as a rolling wave, while in others, it felt like a sudden violent jolt. The difference in perception highlights how seismic waves travel differently through soil, rock, and mountainous terrain.

Communities closest to the epicenter experienced the most severe shaking. Homes that were not built to withstand such forces suffered significant structural damage. In larger cities farther away, the tremor was still strong enough to cause panic and evacuations.