A 5.3-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of Myanmar on Sunday morning, according to the US Geological Survey (USGS). The quake occurred at 10:39 a.m. Bangladesh time, with its epicenter located about 267 kilometers west-southwest of Dawei in the Andaman Sea, at a depth of 10 kilometers. Tremors were also felt in neighboring Thailand. The incident follows a 5.7-magnitude earthquake that hit Bangladesh on Friday, killing at least 10 people, and several mild aftershocks recorded there the following day. Myanmar also experienced three smaller quakes on Saturday, measuring 3.5, 3.7, and 3.4 on the Richter scale, according to India’s National Center for Seismology (NCS). No casualties or damage have been reported from the latest Myanmar quake, but experts are monitoring the region for potential aftershocks as seismic activity continues across South and Southeast Asia.

The cold wave has intensified in northern Bangladesh as Panchagarh recorded a minimum temperature of 12.6°C on Sunday morning, down from 14.7°C the previous day. According to the Tetulia Weather Observatory, humidity was 97 percent, though visibility remained normal due to the absence of dense fog. Residents in Debiganj, Boda, Atwari, and Panchagarh Sadar reported a sharp increase in cold sensation caused by chilly winds and high humidity. Meteorologist Jitendranath Roy stated that temperatures had hovered around 14°C over the past week but dropped further on Sunday, with forecasts suggesting a continued decline in the coming week. He added that the northern region is expected to experience a full onset of winter by early December, as cold air masses strengthen across the area.

Within just 32 hours, four earthquakes struck Dhaka and nearby Narsingdi, sparking public concern and expert warnings about a possible larger quake. Following Friday’s 5.7-magnitude tremor, three smaller quakes hit on Saturday, two in Dhaka’s Badda area and one in Narsingdi’s Palash. Geologists suggest these could be ‘foreshocks’ indicating stress buildup along nearby subduction zones. Experts from Dhaka University and BUET explained that Bangladesh lies at the intersection of three tectonic plates, making the region seismically active and vulnerable to major earthquakes. They emphasized that Dhaka’s proximity to the Dawki Fault and the Burmese Subplate increases the risk of a significant event. Authorities and specialists urged the government to raise public awareness, identify risky buildings, and enforce earthquake-resistant construction standards. Citizens were advised not to panic but to remain alert and prepared for potential seismic activity in the coming days.

Meteorologist Mostafa Kamal Palash from the University of Saskatchewan has warned of a strong likelihood of a cyclone forming in the southeast Bay of Bengal around November 25–26. According to his latest forecast, the low-pressure area near the Andaman and Nicobar Islands may gradually intensify into a deep depression and eventually a cyclone. The potential storm could make landfall between India’s Andhra Pradesh coast and Bangladesh’s Chattogram coast between December 1 and 4. Light to moderate rainfall is expected across Bangladesh from November 30 to December 5. Farmers have been advised to harvest ripe Aman paddy before the rains and prepare for possible weather disruptions. Fishermen are urged to return from the sea by November 30 and avoid new fishing trips after November 29. Tourists are also advised to avoid travel to St. Martin’s Island and nearby coastal areas between November 30 and December 4 due to anticipated rough seas.

Within just 31 hours, four earthquakes struck Dhaka and surrounding areas, prompting renewed warnings from geologists about Bangladesh’s high vulnerability to a major seismic event. The tremors, ranging from magnitudes 3.3 to 5.7, occurred between Friday morning and Saturday evening, killing at least 10 people and injuring over 600. Experts, including former Dhaka University geologist Prof. Syed Humayun Akhter, cautioned that these minor and moderate quakes could be precursors to a much larger one. Bangladesh lies on an active tectonic boundary between the Indian, Burmese, and Eurasian plates, with significant stress accumulated along the Dawki Fault and the subduction zone stretching from Sylhet to Teknaf. Dhaka, with its dense population and poorly enforced building codes, is considered the most at-risk city. Specialists urge immediate structural audits, strict code enforcement, and public preparedness to mitigate potential devastation if a major quake strikes.

After a long wait, tourist trips to Saint Martin Island in the Bay of Bengal will resume on December 1. Ships will depart from Cox’s Bazar’s Nuniachhara Jetty at 7 a.m. and return the following day at 3 p.m., allowing visitors to stay overnight on the island for the first time this season. Authorities have set a daily visitor limit of 2,000 and prepared seven ships for continuous operation over two months. Although the island reopened to tourists on November 1, the absence of overnight facilities kept visitors away. The Sea Cruise Operators Association reported increased interest following the announcement of overnight stays. The Department of Environment in Cox’s Bazar stated that strict monitoring will be enforced for tourist movement. Tickets will be available through the Bangladesh Tourism Board’s online portal, featuring travel passes and QR codes. Officials emphasized that all visitors must comply with environmental protection regulations during their stay.

Following Friday’s 5.7-magnitude earthquake, Bangladesh experienced two mild aftershocks on Saturday morning and evening, measuring 3.3 and 4.3 on the Richter scale. According to Md. Mominul Islam, acting director of the Bangladesh Meteorological Department (BMD), these tremors are aftershocks resulting from the earlier quake. He explained that the region’s weak soil composition caused the shaking to last longer than usual. Islam emphasized that the next 72 hours are critical for monitoring potential aftershocks, which typically register at least one magnitude lower than the main quake. He urged the public to remain calm and stay in safe areas during tremors. The expert also highlighted Bangladesh’s high vulnerability to earthquakes and called for stricter adherence to building codes, preservation of open spaces and parks, and widening of roads near buildings to mitigate future risks.

Dhaka experienced another earthquake on Saturday evening at 6:06 PM, marking the third tremor in 36 hours. The quake measured 4.3 on the Richter scale. Conflicting reports have emerged regarding its epicenter: the Bangladesh Meteorological Department identified it as being in Dhaka’s Badda area, while the US Geological Survey (USGS) placed it 11 kilometers west of Narsingdi. Both agencies agreed on the magnitude but differed on the origin point, prompting renewed discussion among experts. The USGS also reported the quake’s depth at 10 kilometers below the surface. Earlier, on Friday morning, a stronger 5.7 magnitude quake struck with its epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi, shaking large parts of Bangladesh and India, killing 10 people and injuring over 600. Another 3.3 magnitude tremor followed on Saturday morning in Narsingdi’s Palash upazila, before the latest quake hit Dhaka in the evening.

RAJUK Chairman Engineer Md. Riazul Islam inspected several earthquake-damaged buildings in Old Dhaka’s Armanitola, Mugda, and Badda areas following the November 21 tremor. During the visit, he expressed dissatisfaction with the owners of a building in Armanitola where three people died after a railing collapse, ordering submission of the building’s design within seven days and removal of risky portions. In Mugda, he inspected a leaning building and directed closure of ground-floor shops and submission of structural designs within a week. He also ordered the immediate removal of unauthorized street food stalls occupying sidewalks. At Alatunnessa School and College in Badda, cracks were found in columns of two buildings, prompting orders for design submission and possible demolition, with classes temporarily suspended. The chairman emphasized that the earthquake served as a warning and urged collective awareness to prevent future disasters. RAJUK officials accompanied him during the inspections.

A 5.7 magnitude earthquake that struck near Dhaka on Friday, with its epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi, has left at least ten people dead and over 500 injured across Bangladesh. The quake, originating about 10 kilometers underground, was felt by nearly 70 million people, according to the US Geological Survey. Experts attribute the tremor to movement between the Indian and Burmese tectonic plates, warning that the region has been accumulating seismic energy for over 800 years. Professor Syed Humayun Akhter of Dhaka University cautioned that the quake indicates a potential for a much larger event, possibly between magnitude 8.2 and 9, as the locked plate segment has begun to release energy. A smaller aftershock of magnitude 3.3 was recorded in nearby Palash on Saturday. Authorities and seismologists are urging immediate preparedness measures, warning that a major quake could devastate densely populated Dhaka due to unplanned urbanization and structural vulnerabilities.

Dhaka experienced another earthquake on Saturday evening at 6:06 PM, marking the third tremor in less than 36 hours. The latest quake measured 3.7 on the Richter scale, with its epicenter located about three miles from the capital and a depth of 6.2 miles. Earlier, on Friday morning, a stronger 5.7 magnitude earthquake struck with its epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi, shaking both Bangladesh and parts of India. The initial quake caused significant damage, killing 10 people, including a child, and injuring over 460 others across five districts—Dhaka, Narayanganj, Narsingdi, Gazipur, and Magura. A smaller 3.3 magnitude tremor was also recorded Saturday morning in Palash, Narsingdi. Authorities are assessing structural damage and continuing rescue and relief operations in affected areas. Residents remain on alert as aftershocks continue to be felt across the region.

A mild earthquake measuring 3.3 on the Richter scale was recorded in Palash, Narsingdi, on Sunday morning, less than 24 hours after a stronger tremor struck Madhabdi. The Bangladesh Meteorological Department’s Earthquake Observation and Research Center confirmed that the latest quake was an aftershock of Friday’s event. Officials stated that Bangladesh is divided into three seismic zones based on earthquake risk. Zone-1 includes high-risk areas such as parts of Sylhet, Mymensingh, Tangail, Gazipur, Narsingdi, Kishoreganj, Brahmanbaria, Khagrachhari, and Rangamati. Zone-2 covers moderately risky regions, while Zone-3, including Khulna, Jashore, Barishal, and Patuakhali, faces the lowest risk. Historical data show that between 1976 and 2015, at least five major earthquakes were felt in Bangladesh, mostly originating from Sylhet, Moulvibazar, Rangamati, Bandarban, and Cox’s Bazar. Experts warn that these regions remain vulnerable to future large-scale seismic activity due to nearby fault lines and tectonic boundaries.

At least 55 people have died and several remain missing following severe floods in southern and central Vietnam, authorities confirmed on Saturday. Continuous heavy rainfall since late October has inundated coastal cities such as Nha Trang and triggered deadly landslides in the highlands near Da Lat. The Ministry of Environment reported that six provinces have been affected, with Dak Lak suffering the highest death toll. Rescue teams continue searching for missing persons, while floodwaters have rendered multiple highways impassable and left around 300,000 people without electricity. State media noted that over one million residents were initially impacted by power outages. According to Vietnam’s national statistics office, natural disasters have killed or left missing 279 people and caused over $2 billion in damage from January to October this year. Scientists warn that human-induced climate change is intensifying extreme weather events across Southeast Asia, making such floods more frequent and destructive.

A second earthquake was recorded in Gazipur’s Baipail area near Dhaka within 24 hours of a deadly tremor that struck the region. According to the Meteorological Department’s Earthquake Observation and Research Center, the quake occurred at 10:36 a.m. on Saturday, November 22, with a magnitude of 3.3 on the Richter scale. Officials described it as a minor earthquake with its epicenter located in Baipail. The previous day, a stronger 5.7-magnitude quake hit about 13 kilometers east of Dhaka, killing ten people, including two children, and injuring hundreds across several districts. Four deaths occurred in Dhaka, five in Narsingdi, and one in Narayanganj. Authorities are monitoring the situation closely as residents remain anxious following the back-to-back tremors.

Bangladesh has been classified into three earthquake risk zones, with Zone-1 marking the highest risk areas, mainly in the northern and southeastern regions. Districts in Sylhet and Mymensingh divisions, parts of Tangail, Gazipur, Narsingdi, Kishoreganj, Brahmanbaria, Khagrachhari, and Rangamati fall under this category. The lowest-risk Zone-3 includes Khulna, Jessore, Barishal, and Patuakhali. Historical data shows at least five major tremors between 1976 and 2015, mostly originating from Sylhet, Moulvibazar, Rangamati, Bandarban, and Cox’s Bazar. Experts warn that Dhaka, with around 2.1 million buildings, faces severe danger due to poor compliance with building codes. Fault lines such as the Dawki and Madhupur faults, along with several plate boundaries, make the region highly vulnerable. Specialists emphasize strengthening earthquake preparedness, enforcing construction standards, and investing in early warning systems to mitigate potential disasters.