Earthquake hits Thailand

A Buddhist monk walks in front of a Buddha statue damaged in the earthquake at the Udomwaree temple in Chiang Rai, in northern Thailand, May 6, 2014.

An earthquake of 6 magnitude struck northern Thailand on Monday causing some damage to buildings and roads and knocking goods off shelves in shops but there were no immediate reports of any casualties.

All photos taken on May 6, 2104.

Chiang Rai, Thailand

A Buddha statue, damaged by an earthquake, is seen at the Udomwaree temple.

The quake struck 17 miles southwest of the town of Chiang Rai, according to the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). It was felt in the Thai capital, Bangkok, and in neighboring Myanmar.