Myanmar Earthquake Claims Over 1,600 Lives as Rescue Efforts Intensify

The 7.7 magnitude quake, the strongest in decades, has devastated central Myanmar and affected neighboring Thailand, prompting a rare international aid appeal.

The earthquake struck central Myanmar on March 28, 2025, with its epicenter near Sagaing, followed by a strong 6.7 magnitude aftershock.
Over 1,600 deaths and 3,400 injuries have been reported in Myanmar, with the toll expected to rise as rescue operations continue.
In Thailand, at least 10 people have died, with dozens trapped under rubble in Bangkok after a 30-story building collapsed.
Myanmar's military government has declared a state of emergency in six regions and issued a rare plea for international humanitarian aid.
Countries including India, China, and the United States are sending supplies and rescue teams, as Myanmar's overwhelmed healthcare system struggles to respond.