Myanmar Earthquake: 144 Dead; Over 700 Injured, Rescue Operations in Full Swing!
A powerful earthquake that struck Myanmar and neighboring Thailand today has caused severe damage, destroying buildings, bridges, and dams. At least 144 people have been confirmed dead in Myanmar, with 732 people reported injured. Photos and videos from two cities heavily impacted by the quake show widespread devastation. In the Thai capital, a high-rise building under construction collapsed, killing at least eight people.
The earthquake, which had a magnitude of 7.7, hit near Mandalay, Myanmar’s second-largest city, at noon, followed by a strong aftershock of magnitude 6.4. Myanmar, one of the poorest countries in the world, has yet to fully assess the extent of the death toll, injuries, and destruction. However, as of now, 144 people have died, and 732 are injured, according to BBC reports. The death toll is expected to rise. Among the deceased, 96 are from Nay Pyi Taw, 18 from Sagaing, and 30 from Mandalay.
In Bangkok, a 30-story building under construction collapsed, trapping several workers. Police have confirmed that rescue operations are underway. Following the earthquake’s aftermath, The Prime Minister Petongtan Shinawatra has declared a state of emergency in Bangkok. Metro and light rail services have been temporarily suspended.
Myanmar Earthquake: 144 Dead; Over 700 Injured, Rescue Operations in Full Swing!
A powerful earthquake that struck Myanmar and neighboring Thailand today has caused severe damage, destroying buildings, bridges, and dams. At least 144 people have been confirmed dead in Myanmar, with 732 people reported injured. Photos and videos from two cities heavily impacted by the quake show widespread devastation. In the Thai capital, a high-rise building under construction collapsed, killing at least eight people.
The earthquake, which had a magnitude of 7.7, hit near Mandalay, Myanmar’s second-largest city, at noon, followed by a strong aftershock of magnitude 6.4. Myanmar, one of the poorest countries in the world, has yet to fully assess the extent of the death toll, injuries, and destruction. However, as of now, 144 people have died, and 732 are injured, according to BBC reports. The death toll is expected to rise. Among the deceased, 96 are from Nay Pyi Taw, 18 from Sagaing, and 30 from Mandalay.
In Bangkok, a 30-story building under construction collapsed, trapping several workers. Police have confirmed that rescue operations are underway. Following the earthquake’s aftermath, Thai Prime Minister Petongtan Shinawatra has declared a state of emergency in Bangkok. Metro and light rail services have been temporarily suspended.
BREAKING: At least 144 dead and more than 730 injured after powerful a magnitude 7.7 earthquake in Myanmar with the toll expected to rise, authorities say.#GNTVupdates #gntvnews pic.twitter.com/l8YLlbwx4t
— GNTVReleasingLife (@GNTV__official) March 28, 2025
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