A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, causing widespread devastation and resulting in at least 144 deaths and numerous injuries. The epicenter was reported as shallow, and tremors were felt as far away as Bangkok, Thailand, where a high-rise building collapsed, killing at least three. A disaster response has been initiated, with calls for international aid, as authorities manage significant destruction, particularly in affected regions like Sagaing and Meiktila. Thai authorities have declared a state of emergency in Bangkok amid ongoing search and rescue efforts for those trapped.
Witnesses described the chaos in Bangkok as powerful tremors caused panic, leading people to evacuate buildings, while a construction site saw a significant collapse resulting in multiple fatalities.
In Myanmar, the governing junta highlighted the urgent need for blood donations in the most affected areas, emphasizing the devastating impact of the earthquake with considerable casualties and injuries.
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