A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar, causing extensive damage and prompting a state of emergency in the area. The quake also impacted Thailand, where 81 construction workers went missing after a high-rise building collapsed in Bangkok. Rescuers have reported severe destruction, particularly in Myanmar's second-largest city, Mandalay. Additionally, the UK government has provided travel advice for British nationals, urging limited travel to certain regions in Thailand due to ongoing violence, and offering emergency contacts for those affected by the earthquake.
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, leaving a trail of destruction and causing a partial building collapse in Thailand, leading to a state of emergency in Myanmar.
The earthquake's impact was particularly severe in Mandalay, leading rescuers to describe the damage there as 'enormous'.
British nationals are advised to contact government offices in Myanmar and Thailand for urgent assistance following the earthquake.
Travel advice has been issued by the Foreign, Commonwealth & Development Office, limiting travel to certain dangerous regions in Thailand due to ongoing violence.
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