A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar, devastating cities and resulting in at least 2,000 confirmed deaths. It damaged critical infrastructure including hospitals and ancient sites, and caused power, phone, and internet disruptions. Rescue efforts are hindered by landslides and ongoing civil unrest within the country. In Mandalay, major buildings including a monastery collapsed, trapping many underneath. Naypyidaw, the capital, also reported severe damages, with the airport's control tower downed and flights suspended. The full impact of the disaster continues to unfold as local responders race against time to save lives and provide aid.
The devastation across central Myanmar due to the 7.7 magnitude earthquake has left thousands dead and crippled the region's infrastructure, complicating rescue efforts.
With up to 2,000 confirmed dead and the extent of the destruction still unknown, local rescuer efforts are hampered by power outages and civil unrest.
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