Earthquake Surprises Hosts During Live Broadcast in Thailand

Posted on 04/01/25 at 16:14

Earthquake surprises hosts during live broadcast in Thailand.
As reported by El Heraldo.
Details below.

Thai television experienced a tense moment when a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck the country during the live airing of a news program.

The event left the hosts stunned, and footage of the incident quickly went viral on social media.

In the video, which began circulating online shortly after, six presenters are seen seated at a debate table when suddenly the cameras start shaking and noises are heard around the studio.

Visibly shocked, the hosts look toward the swaying lights above, reacting with disbelief at what is happening.

Earthquake surprises hosts during live broadcast in Thailand

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While some attempt to stay calm, others seem unsure of how to react.

One of the anchors tries to end the segment and then sits back down, while one of the female hosts, visibly frightened, leans on her colleague for comfort.

Eventually, two of the presenters decide to leave the set, at which point the recording ends abruptly.

The hosts’ surprised reactions to the earthquake sparked a wide range of comments on social media.

Reactions on social media

Many users expressed astonishment at the apparent composure of the journalists, while others questioned their choice to remain seated instead of following standard earthquake safety procedures.

“I don’t understand how they can remain so calm,” one user commented. “They should have gotten under the table—Isn’t that the logical recommendation during an earthquake?” added another.

The earthquake, which left at least 140 dead, had its epicenter just 17 kilometers from Mandalay, Myanmar’s second-largest city, and caused most of the destruction there. A powerful aftershock followed the initial quake, along with smaller tremors that heightened fear among residents.

Authorities in both Thailand and Myanmar are currently assessing the damage while search and rescue operations continue in hopes of finding survivors. The tragedy has highlighted the vulnerability of regional infrastructure and reopened debates about disaster preparedness in Southeast Asia.

The live broadcast that captured the earthquake now serves as a vivid reminder of the immediate impact such an event can have—and how, in mere seconds, life can change completely.

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