Experts say Bangkok may be severely impacted by quakes along two problem lines in the area, which have been dormant for a while, but the likelihood of another big disaster related to the one that occurred in Myanmar on March 28 is still very low.  ,  ,
The authorities made the remarks at the Bangkok Post Knowledge Forum 2025 titled” After the Collapse: From Instructions to Prevention.” What We Must Hear When the World Changes,” held on Thursday at Chulalongkorn University’s University of Communication Arts in Bangkok.
A previous research identified three big problem lines that could possibly cause a significant earthquake to strike Bangkok, according to Prof. Dr. Pennung Warnitchai, chair of the Asian Institute of Technology’s structural engineering program.
The Sagaing Fault in Myanmar, which has the potential for an earthquake of magnitude 8.0, and the Arakan Subduction Zone in the Andaman Sea, which has the potential for a strong earthquake of magnitudes 8.0 and 9.0, are among them.
A slide along the Sagaing Fault, which left two more fault zones with the ability to have an impact on the place on March 28, led to the earthquake that hit the area on March 28.
He stated that there is only 10 % chance of either event occurring during the current generation’s life.
He explained that as they pass through the valley, low-frequency geological waves from distant disasters can be tremendously amplified — by as much as three to four times because Bangkok and its surrounding regions are perched atop a soft earth lake.
At the Bangkok Post Knowledge Forum 2025″ After the quake,” Prof. Preeda Akarachantachote, President of the Thai Structural Engineers Association, Prof. Preeda Akarachantachote, Vice Chairman of Bangkok Post PLC, Prof. Pennung Warnitchai, Professor of Structural Engineering, Asian Institute of Technology, Prof. Alongkorn Parivudhiphongs, Deputy Dean of Research and International Affairs, Head of the Department of ( Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb)  
Most properties in Thailand were built to withstand earthquakes, according to Amorn Pimanmas, leader of the Thailand Structural Engineers Association.
The March 28 disaster, according to Prof. Dr. Amorn, provides an opportunity for Thailand to evaluate and enhance existing standards by filling any cracks in laws, which would in turn restore public confidence in the country’s development standards.
In addition, Sansiri Plc’s chief strategy officer, Poomipak Julmanichoti, confirmed that all of its properties across the country are functionally sound following the earthquake on March 28.
He claimed that it took the business three to four days to conduct security inspections at more than 200 jobs following the earthquake.
More than 20 000 households in need of coverage assistance from it were also helped by its staff with building damage and crack claims from the earthquake.
After inspecting more than 50 000 units across Bangkok, the company claimed that the majority of projects just reported small outside harm.
He stated that Sansiri is dedicated to ensuring native safety and long-term sustainability by employing sustainable construction materials and earthquake-resistant designs.
The company’s strategic approach to creating safety in a seismically delicate region has been highlighted by reinforced foundations to guarantee soil stability, he said.
The conference also highlighted shortcomings in open communication during the crisis, in addition to engineering and architectural concerns.  ,
Assoc. Prof. Alongkorn Parivudhiphongs expressed concern about the lack of planning and an emergency response plan, which caused widespread stress, particularly as images and videos of related disasters started to circulate on social media.
” I also wonder what people should do after receiving an earlier warning call,” he continued.
We require a trustworthy, centralized warning system that not only alerts the people but also provides important knowledge, such as fundamental engineering principles, geographic awareness, and crisis communication techniques, according to Assoc Prof. Alongkorn.
We also need to be aware of how to handle analytic issues, especially when online platforms reuse and spread fake news in various ways.
At the Bangkok Post Knowledge Forum 2025, Worachai Bhicharnchitr makes the entry statement.
The community is addressed by Associate Professor Preeda Akarachantachote, Dean of the Faculty of Communication Arts at Chulalongkorn University. ( Photo: Pattarapong Chatpattarasill )
Some individuals have been busy taking notes on their laptops, which is a wide range of the website. ( Photo: Varuth Hirunyatheb)