A devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, leading to at least a dozen fatalities and significant destruction. The earthquake's epicenter was in Myanmar, but tremors were felt in Bangkok, Thailand, where a 30-story building under construction collapsed, resulting in multiple injuries and three confirmed deaths. Authorities in both countries declared a state of emergency as rescue efforts began. Witnesses described chaotic scenes as people rushed outdoors and called for help amidst the aftermath, illustrating the urgency of the situation and ongoing rescue operations amid uncertainty regarding the full scale of casualties.
"When I arrived to inspect the site, I heard people calling for help, saying help me. We estimate that hundreds of people are injured but we are still determining the numbers."
"The earthquake had a 7.7 magnitude, with a 6.4 magnitude aftershock following closely behind. Deaths were reported in both Thailand and Myanmar, but precise tolls remained unclear."
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