A 90-year-old bridge collapsed in the Sagaing region.
Damage in Thailand:
A 33-story building under construction crumbled in Bangkok.
Significant damage reported at construction sites, with emergency services responding rapidly.
International Response on Powerful Earthquake
United Nations: Secretary-General Antonio Guterres mobilizing international help.
Concerns: Difficulty in reaching affected areas due to humanitarian crisis.
Humanitarian Response and Challenges
Government Response: Myanmar’s military government is prepared to accept international aid, as the country faces a humanitarian crisis.
Rescue Efforts: Rescue crews are working to reach affected areas, but access is challenging due to ongoing civil conflict and infrastructure damage.
International Aid: The United Nations is mobilizing to respond to Myanmar’s appeal for assistance.
Eyewitness Accounts and Reactions
Bangkok Reactions: Witnesses described panic as buildings swayed and collapsed. Tourists and locals alike experienced the quake’s intensity.
Local Authorities: Thai officials expressed hope for survivors amidst the wreckage, emphasizing the tragedy of the situation.
Broader Implications on Powerful Earthquake
Regional Impact: The earthquake was felt in neighboring countries, including China, where injuries and damage were reported in Yunnan and Sichuan provinces.
Long-term Effects: Experts warn that the full extent of the destruction may take weeks to assess, with many already vulnerable populations facing increased hardship.
