A 6.0-magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar on Feb. 3, 2026, triggering a 5.3-magnitude aftershock and shaking nearby regions, but no deaths or major damage were reported.

A magnitude 6.0 earthquake struck Myanmar on February 3, 2026, at 9:04 PM local time, followed by a 5.3-magnitude aftershock 17 minutes later, both at shallow depths. Tremors were felt in Kolkata, India, and parts of Bangladesh, with residents reporting shaking furniture and lamps. Additional quakes occurred in Bangladesh and Tibet, raising concerns about aftershocks. The National Centre for Seismology confirmed the events, noting the region’s tectonic activity due to multiple plate boundaries and the presence of the Sagaing Fault. No casualties or major damage were reported.