Kedah Women’s Cycling Team Safe After Earthquake Tremors in Bangkok
Team’s Safety Confirmed
The Kedah women’s cycling team, participating in the Tour of Thailand 2025, has confirmed their safety after experiencing earthquake tremors in Bangkok, Thailand. According to head coach Noor Alfizar Othman, the team of four cyclists and four officials arrived at Don Mueang International Airport at 11.45 am yesterday and relocated to another area approximately 400 kilometres from Bangkok.
Earthquake Tremors Strike Bangkok
The capital was shaken by earthquake tremors yesterday, with the team experiencing the effects firsthand. "We departed yesterday and are expected to return home on April 5 after the competition concludes. We arrived at the hotel at 12.50 pm, and everything was fine then, so we all went to our rooms," said Noor Alfizar. However, the situation took a turn for the worse when one of the athletes informed the team that their chair was shaking. The hotel building began to sway left and right, and when Noor Alfizar pulled back the window curtain, she saw the electric poles and traffic lights on the road swaying as well.
Chaos Ensues
The situation was chaotic, with people outside scrambling in all directions. The hotel receptionist asked the team to leave and move to a safer area. "I told them to grab their important belongings and dash out of the hotel. We wanted to flee and be far from Bangkok to ensure our safety," said Noor Alfizar. Thankfully, the team is safe, and all relatives and families of the athletes have been contacted and informed about their safety and wellbeing.
Help from Malaysian and Thai Authorities
A representative from the Malaysian National Cycling Federation had contacted Noor Alfizar to inquire about their condition, and officials from the Thailand Cycling Association had also helped them leave Bangkok earlier this morning. The team’s safety was also ensured by the representative from the Malaysian National Cycling Federation and officials from the Thailand Cycling Association.
Regaining Calm
Yesterday, most of the team members couldn’t sleep because they were worried, and there was still some tremor, though not as severe as the first one. However, they could hear the sound of ambulance and fire truck sirens until early morning. "However, thankfully, all the athletes regained their calm, composure and spirits after seeing cyclists from other teams here. They are eager to start the race next Monday, and seeing that situation, I, as the head coach, also feel relieved," said Noor Alfizar.
Earthquake Details
The Thailand Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation reported a 7.1 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar at 1.20 pm, with tremors felt in Bangkok.
Conclusion
The Kedah women’s cycling team has confirmed their safety after experiencing earthquake tremors in Bangkok, Thailand. The team’s head coach, Noor Alfizar Othizar, has expressed relief that the team is safe and sound, and the athletes are eager to start the race next Monday.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What happened to the Kedah women’s cycling team?
A: The team experienced earthquake tremors in Bangkok, Thailand, while participating in the Tour of Thailand 2025.
Q: How many team members were affected?
A: The team consists of four cyclists and four officials.
Q: How did the team respond to the situation?
A: The team members quickly evacuated the hotel and moved to a safer area to ensure their safety.
Q: Did the authorities provide assistance to the team?
A: Yes, representatives from the Malaysian National Cycling Federation and officials from the Thailand Cycling Association helped the team leave Bangkok earlier this morning.