An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 struck near Mandalay and Sagaing, Myanmar, causing significant destruction and casualties. In Bangkok, the tremors led to a high-rise building collapse, confirmed fatalities, and a challenging ongoing rescue operation. Officials indicated that the search for survivors had a critical 72-hour window, as at least 110 people were initially reported missing. Families gathered at the site in hope of news, while the devastating impact in Myanmar was profound, with reports of over 1,000 deaths and damage to infrastructure prompting calls for international aid.
The tremors from the earthquake struck so strongly that they were felt in Bangkok, leading to a high-rise collapse and confirming deaths in the Thai capital.
Thai authorities confirmed at least eight fatalities due to the earthquake, with rescue teams racing against time to save those trapped in collapsed buildings.
The 7.7 magnitude earthquake centered near Myanmar caused tremendous devastation, with a reported death toll exceeding 1,000 and over 2,300 injured.
Witnesses reported shock and fear as locals ran from buildings during the quake, an event considered almost unprecedented in Bangkok's history.
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