March 28, 2025 hit the central Myanmar massive earthquake by 7.7 Magnitude, while in Southeast Asia, including neighboring Thailand. The epicenter of the earthquake was near Mandalay, causing extensive destruction and panic in urban and rural areas.
Victim and damage
In Myanmar, there were at least 12 confirmed deaths in the earthquake, with concern that tolls could significantly increase how rescue operations continue. The Shadow Government of the National Unity (Nug) called for urgent international assistance to resolve the crisis.
In Thailand, the capital of Bangkok experienced serious impacts. The 30 -storey building in construction near the cottage park collapsed, resulting in at least three deaths and numerous injuries. Rescue teams are tirelessly working on localization and helping those imprisoned under a little bit.
Visual effects capture chaos
The earthquake devastation was widely documented through various circulating online videos. One compilation shows that the buildings collapsed in Mandalay, Myanmar and tremor causing chaos in Bangkok.
Another video captures the dramatic collapse of the height height in Bangkok, while the staff flee for security.
Other shots reveal the interior of home trembling violently and furniture and accessories came across the ground.
Another clip shows rescuers who help the inhabitants imprisoned in extracts, emphasizing the extensive disturbance caused by the earthquake.
In particular, the video from Bangkok shows water from the cascading pool on the sides of the skyscraper on the street below.
Rescue efforts and challenges
According to The Guardian, rescue operations are underway in both countries, but efforts are limited by damaged infrastructure and in Myanmar ongoing civil units. The military junta has declared an emergency in several regions, including Mandalay and Nayyidaw, and urges citizens to give blood to the injured.
In Bangkok, the authorities declared the city as a disaster. Rescue teams, including police and doctors, use drones and rescue dogs to find survivors in the middle of debris.
The international community began to respond to the disaster. The World Health Organization (WHO) has activated its emergency systems to provide urgent medical relief. Various organizations require humanitarian approach to affected areas, especially in Myanmar, where the conflict complicates assistance.
Since the shocks are still felt, the authorities in both countries assess the full range of damage and coordination of efforts to help the affected populations.
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