The death toll in Myanmar from flooding and landslides caused by Typhoon Yagi has reached at least 74, with 89 people missing, according to state television. The military government's updated figure is over twice that of the 33 casualties reported previously, stressing the ongoing challenges in assessing the full extent of damage and loss, especially amid existing civil conflict.
As Myanmar's Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing has stated, the country is actively seeking international relief aid following the catastrophic impact of Typhoon Yagi. The urgency of aid is underlined by nearly 240,000 newly displaced individuals as well as the ongoing humanitarian crisis that has seen 3.4 million already displaced since the onset of unrest in 2021.
In low-lying regions across Mandalay, Bago, and eastern Shan state, heavy flooding has persisted since Wednesday, complicating both rescue efforts and the accurate tallying of casualties. Min Aung Hlaing's on-ground inspection of the affected areas highlights the military government's acknowledgment of the need for efficient management of rescue and rehabilitation assistance.
Local authorities, amidst significant communication challenges due to the civil war, continue to face difficulties in assessing the damage from Typhoon Yagi. Reports of more than 100 individuals missing further compound the uncertainty surrounding the full scope of this disaster, raising concerns that the already grim toll may increase.
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