A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Mandalay, Myanmar, causing over 1,600 deaths and widespread destruction. Rescue efforts are hampered by damaged infrastructure, spotty communication, and the ongoing civil war, with most survivors being located by local residents manually clearing rubble in extreme heat. International aid is arriving, but hospitals are overwhelmed, and shortages of medical supplies and food are prevalent. The death toll is expected to rise significantly as many areas remain unreachable.
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The earthquake in Myanmar has tragically claimed over 1,000 lives, a devastating toll that continues to rise as rescuers frantically search for survivors amidst the rubble. The sheer scale of the destruction is overwhelming, with entire buildings reduced to debris, leaving countless people trapped beneath the weight of collapsed structures.
The intensity of the 7.7 magnitude quake, coupled with its shallow depth, amplified the destructive power, resulting in widespread devastation across the country, particularly in Mandalay, Myanmar’s second-largest city. The initial shock was followed by several powerful aftershocks, further destabilizing already weakened buildings and hindering rescue efforts.
Rescuers, many working with nothing more than their bare hands, are engaged in a desperate race against time to pull survivors from the wreckage.… Continue reading
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar, causing at least 144 deaths and 732 injuries. The quake’s epicenter, located approximately 11 miles from Mandalay, also resulted in nine deaths and numerous injuries in neighboring Thailand, including the collapse of a Bangkok high-rise under construction. Myanmar’s junta requested international aid to address the widespread damage and overwhelming casualty numbers, while concerns remain about access to affected areas amidst an ongoing humanitarian crisis. The earthquake’s impact is expected to be severe and long-lasting, potentially displacing thousands and causing further strain on the already fragile nation.
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