A 5.6 magnitude earthquake shook Dhaka and several other parts of Bangladesh late Sunday night, waking many residents but leaving no immediate reports of damage or injuries.
According to the European-Mediterranean Seismological Centre (EMSC), the tremor hit at around 11:40 pm local time. The earthquake's centre lay in neighbouring Bhutan, at a depth of roughly 35 kilometres.
The late-night shaking caused brief panic across the capital. However, early reports bring good news. Importantly for our readers, the nation’s power grid, energy facilities, and communication networks appear fully secure. There have been no power cuts or disruptions to essential services reported as a result of the tremor.
Scientists at the EMSC note that they are still reviewing the exact details of the earthquake. It is normal for the recorded magnitude or depth to change slightly as experts study the information more closely over the coming days.
While the immediate danger has passed safely, Sunday’s tremor is a gentle reminder of the natural risks in South Asia. It highlights why it remains so important to build strong, disaster-ready infrastructure to keep the country running safely during unexpected events.
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