Myanmar-Thailand Earthquake Rescue Efforts Intensify as Death Toll Rises

Over 1,700 confirmed dead in Myanmar and 17 in Bangkok, with aftershocks and ongoing investigations complicating recovery efforts.

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand on March 28, causing widespread destruction and fatalities, with Myanmar confirming over 1,700 deaths and 3,400 injuries.
In Bangkok, a 33-story building under construction collapsed, killing 17 people and leaving 83 missing, prompting investigations into potential structural flaws.
Rescue operations are ongoing, with international aid teams from Germany, China, India, and Russia assisting in both countries amid aftershocks and resource constraints.
Myanmar's fragile infrastructure and overwhelmed healthcare system have hindered disaster response, with many areas still inaccessible to rescue teams.
Myanmar's opposition has declared a two-week ceasefire to aid rescue efforts, while the military junta continues some operations against rebel groups.