A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck near Mandalay, Myanmar, followed by strong aftershocks, resulting in at least 20 confirmed deaths and many still buried. Reports indicate the death toll may rise considerably due to limited information flow from Myanmar, which is currently undergoing civil strife. In Thailand, significant impact was noted in Bangkok where a 33-story building collapsed, leaving dozens missing and trapped. Experts attribute the earthquake to the seismic nature of the region, highlighting concerns about building integrity and projected casualties as the situation evolves.
This is probably the biggest earthquake on the Myanmar mainland in three quarters of a century, and the chances for damage are maximized by its size and depth.
The death and injury toll is likely much higher as very little information has been flowing out of Myanmar, currently amidst a civil war.
In Thailand, the 33-story building at the Chatuchak market has collapsed, with around 70 people reported missing and many trapped.
Myanmar is one of the most seismically active countries in the world, and this quake is not a surprise given its geological conditions.
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