A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake struck central Myanmar, affecting neighboring countries Thailand and China with aftershocks. The quake, occurring near Mandalay at 12:50pm local time, led to significant destruction in Naypyidaw, where buildings were reduced to rubble and numerous cars were overturned. Local authorities have reported a death toll of at least 144, and rescue efforts are underway as many individuals are feared to be trapped beneath the debris. The situation remains critical, with potential for the fatality count to increase as search efforts continue.
A powerful magnitude 7.7 earthquake has rocked central Myanmar with aftershocks felt in Thailand and China. Authorities fear many people are still trapped under the rubble.
In Myanmar's capital, Naypyidaw, cars were flipped over, buildings destroyed and state television reported at least 144 fatalities. The death toll could rise.
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