In the early morning hours of January 24, 2025, a significant earthquake shook Myanmar, with its epicenter near Homalin in the country's western region. Although initial reports listed the quake as having a magnitude of 4.8, various sources, including Myanmar's Department of Meteorology and Hydrology, have noted a 5.2 magnitude. The tremors extended to Assam, India, but as of now, no casualties or significant structural damages have been reported. The disparity in reported magnitudes underscores the importance of accurate seismic data verification.