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Bangkok, Thailand/Naypyidaw, Myanmar – March 28, 2025 – A devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck the region encompassing Myanmar and Thailand today, unleashing widespread destruction and claiming numerous lives. The powerful tremor, with its epicenter located near Mandalay, Myanmar, sent shockwaves through the region, causing buildings to collapse and triggering frantic evacuations.
The impact was particularly severe in Bangkok, Thailand, where a high-rise building under construction crumbled, trapping scores of workers beneath the rubble. Emergency responders are currently engaged in a desperate search and rescue operation, battling against time to locate survivors.
"The scene is chaotic," reported a local rescue worker in Bangkok. "We are working tirelessly to reach those trapped, but the damage is extensive."
In Myanmar, the earthquake has inflicted significant damage upon infrastructure and historical sites. Reports indicate that numerous buildings, including pagodas and residential structures, have been damaged or destroyed. The Myanmar military government has declared a state of emergency in the most affected areas, and are beginning to try and coordinate rescue efforts.
The earthquake's shallow depth, approximately 10 kilometers, amplified its impact, causing tremors to be felt across a vast area, including Cambodia, India, and Bangladesh.
Key points:
Magnitude: 7.7
Epicenter: Near Mandalay, Myanmar
Impact: Widespread damage in Myanmar and Thailand, including building collapses and infrastructure damage.
Casualties: Rising death toll reported in both countries, with many still trapped under rubble.
Regional Impact: Tremors felt in Cambodia, India, and Bangladesh.
Response: Rescue efforts underway; Myanmar declares state of emergency.
The international community is closely monitoring the situation, and aid organizations are preparing to provide assistance to the affected populations. The full extent of the damage is still being assessed, and the death toll is expected to rise as rescue operations continue.