Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Surpasses 1,000; Aid Ships Dispatched

The death toll from a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar has risen to more than 1,000 as rescue teams continue to recover bodies from the rubble of collapsed buildings. Myanmar’s military-led government reported that 1,002 people have been confirmed dead, with another 2,376 injured and 30 still missing. 

The earthquake, which struck near the country’s second-largest city, caused widespread devastation, destroying homes, commercial buildings, and infrastructure. Rescue workers and volunteers have been tirelessly searching for survivors, while hospitals struggle to treat the influx of injured victims.

In response to the disaster, Myanmar’s government has mobilized emergency relief efforts, including dispatching two naval ships carrying humanitarian aid, medical supplies, and personnel to assist in affected areas. International organizations and neighboring countries have also expressed readiness to provide additional assistance.

The quake was felt beyond Myanmar’s borders, shaking parts of Thailand, including Bangkok, home to approximately 17 million people. Thai authorities reported that six people have been confirmed dead, 26 injured, and 47 remain missing, with many of them believed to be trapped at a construction site near Bangkok’s popular Chatuchak market. Emergency teams in Thailand are working around the clock to locate and rescue survivors.

The powerful tremor also led to structural damage in several Thai provinces, with authorities conducting assessments to determine the extent of the destruction. Residents in affected areas have been advised to remain vigilant as aftershocks continue to be recorded.

The international community has extended condolences and offers of aid to Myanmar and Thailand in the wake of the disaster. Humanitarian organizations have urged for swift coordination of relief efforts to ensure that survivors receive the necessary medical care, food, and shelter.

As the full scale of the disaster unfolds, rescue operations remain underway, and authorities brace for the possibility of the death toll rising further. The region remains on high alert, with experts warning of potential aftershocks in the coming days.

Edit By Choba Tripura