Laos earthquake felt in Thai capital

An earthquake of magnitude 6.1 with its epicentre in western Laos was reported today by the US Geological Survey.

Its tremors were felt as far away as the Thai capital of Bangkok, several hundred miles to the south.

The quake occurred at 3.56pm (9.56am Irish Time) at a point 97 miles north-west of the Laotian city of Luang Prabang, said the USGS.

The quake caused high-rise buildings in Bangkok to sway, and many offices were evacuated.

However, there were no immediate reports of damage.