The earthquake in Myanmar on March 28 was a devastating natural disaster, but it was compounded by the actions of the military junta that seized power in February 2021. The country's healthcare system is severely strained, and communities were already suffering from poverty and the effects of ongoing civil conflict. The earthquake struck regions that were highly vulnerable due to military bombardment and are now home to millions of displaced individuals. The situation is dire, with the United Nations reporting that half the population lives below the poverty line and many urgently need assistance.
The earthquake on March 28 was powerful and shallow, which typically leads to severe devastation; however, underlying humanitarian crises worsened its effects.
Myanmar's military junta, following the coup in February 2021, exacerbated the impact of natural disasters by neglecting the country's healthcare infrastructure and creating widespread poverty.
In Myanmar, half the population lives below the poverty line, and over one-third require assistance as the nation battles a profound polycrisis.
Communities in the Sagaing and Mandalay regions affected by the earthquake were already vulnerable due to military actions, leading to compounded devastation.
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