A strong earthquake shook Dhaka at 10:38am on Friday morning.
According to the Bangladesh Meteorological Department, the earthquake measured 5.7 on the Richter scale, with its epicenter in Madhabdi, Narsingdi. The tremor lasted for several seconds.
Tremors were reportedly felt in Chandpur, Nilphamari, Sitakunda, Sirajganj, Narayanganj, Patuakhali, Bogura, Barisal, and Moulvibazar.
During the earthquake, many residents in different areas of Dhaka rushed out of their homes in panic.
The tremor affected areas in both Bangladesh and India.
Details coming soon.
