In Myanmar, a powerful earthquake measuring 7.7 on the Richter scale has resulted in over 2,800 fatalities and thousands wounded. The full impact remains uncertain, prompting international aid, including from countries like India and China. With immense destruction in Sagaing and other areas, urgent needs for food, water, and medical supplies have been reported. Activists highlight a lack of government response and ongoing search and rescue challenges as communities struggle to access aid, relying mainly on local support amidst the calamity.
"The entire town of Sagaing, near the quake's epicenter, has been devastated...people have no access to aid... The only aid reaching the victims and impacted communities is mostly coming from the people themselves."
"There is chaos in the city... Officially, a national disaster management committee is organized on paper, but I see no operation like this."
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