Gigantic Hospital Collapse in Naypyidaw
A strong earthquake has led to the collapse of a recently constructed 1,000-bed hospital in Myanmar's capital city, Naypyidaw. Officials are concerned that a large number of the injured might be trapped beneath the debris. The situation is critical, with rescue teams conducting searches for survivors. Reports state that a number of buildings and ancient bridges have also collapsed elsewhere in the country, exacerbating the crisis.
Fatal Earthquakes Hit Several Nations
Two powerful earthquakes, with magnitudes of 7.7 and 6.4 on the Richter scale, hit several nations in East Asia early this morning, including Myanmar, Thailand, China, India, and Vietnam. The earthquakes triggered extensive property loss in Myanmar and Thailand, and the death toll continued to mount.
A mosque collapse in Mandalay killed at least 20 people, and a rehabilitation center in Taungoo had five fatalities.
Myanmar Issues State of Emergency
Myanmar military government has called for foreign assistance after the destruction. The military junta made a formal announcement, declaring a state of emergency in the country. Military Chief Min Aung Hlaing toured hospitals in Naypyidaw, where most of the injured have been hospitalized.
Bangkok Struck by Earthquake: Two Killed, Dozens Trapped
Two individuals were killed and 43 others are believed to be trapped under a collapsed 30-story building in Bangkok. The collapsed building was a construction site for government offices.
The Bangkok Stock Exchange halted operations, and metro operations were suspended immediately after the initial tremor to avoid causing further loss of life. The second quake, however, sent metro trains into motion, causing concerns of safety.
Earthquake Impact Across the Region
- China's Yunnan province was shaken by a powerful earthquake.
- India's Meghalaya state experienced a magnitude 4 tremor in East Garo Hills.
- Bangladesh reported a 7.3-magnitude earthquake, which further added to the regional toll.
Emergency responders in the affected nations are scrambling to determine the total extent of damage and fatalities.
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