Search and rescue teams are working tirelessly in Bangkok after a powerful earthquake in Myanmar led to the collapse of an under-construction building in the Thai capital. The disaster has resulted in at least 10 fatalities and left over 100 people unaccounted for.
The magnitude-7.7 quake struck near the city of Mandalay in Myanmar on Friday, sending shockwaves across the region. The tremors caused significant damage in Bangkok, where the incomplete structure crumbled, trapping workers and bystanders beneath the rubble.
“We are doing everything we can to locate and rescue the missing,” said a local government official. “The situation is critical, and time is of the essence.”
Emergency services are deploying heavy machinery and specialized equipment to aid in the search efforts. Families of the missing have gathered near the site, anxiously awaiting news of their loved ones.
The earthquake, one of the strongest to hit the region in recent years, has raised concerns about building safety and earthquake preparedness in neighboring countries.
Mandalay, located near the earthquake’s epicenter, also reported damages, though the full extent is still being assessed.
Authorities are urging residents to stay vigilant and follow safety guidelines, as aftershocks may continue in the coming days.
