Two significant earthquakes struck central Myanmar, with magnitudes of 7.7 and 6.4, leading to a state of emergency in six states due to severe destruction and fatalities. The first quake hit near Sagaing city, affecting the second largest city, Mandalay, and causing collapses in several buildings. The tremors also resonated across Southeast Asia, impacting Thailand, where a construction site collapsed and public transport was suspended for safety. Reports describe the intense experiences of those caught in the quake, highlighting the regional implications of this natural disaster.
Authorities in Myanmar have declared a state of emergency across six states as multiple deaths and widespread destruction follow powerful earthquakes. The initial quake measured 7.7 in magnitude.
Tony Cheng, reporting from Naypyidaw, described the building swaying heavily during the earthquake, with plaster and concrete falling. He remarked on the quake's intensity, noting it was the strongest he had experienced.
The initial tremor was felt across Southeast Asia, with Bangkok reporting significant impacts, including a 30-storey construction collapse trapping dozens and halting public transport.
In addition to the devastation in Myanmar, the earthquake disrupted life in neighboring Thailand, where structures swayed and collapsed, leading to a suspension of activity on the Stock Exchange.
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