Emergency declared in Myanmar and Thailand after six powerful quakes hit near Sagaing; terrifying visuals show skyscraper collapse, hospitals overwhelmed.
March 29, 2025: Key Highlights:
- Epicentre: 16 km from Sagaing, central Myanmar
- Death toll: 150+ confirmed, 700+ injured
- Regions affected: Myanmar, Thailand, China, India, Bangladesh, Vietnam
- States of emergency declared in Myanmar and Bangkok
- Infrastructure damage: Hospitals, bridges, buildings, airport, roads
Also Read: Myanmar Earthquake Latest Update: Over 140 Killed, 700 Injured, Tremors Trigger Regional Crisis as Bangkok Skyscraper Collapses
đ What Happened
On March 28, 2025, a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar near Sagaing, around 250 km from the capital Naypyidaw. This was followed by multiple strong aftershocks, sending tremors across Thailand, China, India, Bangladesh, and Vietnam.
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The Myanmar government confirmed over 150 deaths and 732 injuries, with fears the toll could rise. A state of emergency has been declared.
đ Casualties and Collapse
- A hospital in Naypyidaw has become a âmass casualty zoneâ, with doctors treating patients on the street after part of the emergency department collapsed.
- In Mandalay, a mosque collapsed during prayers, killing at least 10 people.
- A university building caught fire, adding to the crisis.
- An old Irrawaddy River bridge and multiple residential buildings also collapsed.
đ¨ Crisis in Bangkok
- A 30-floor under-construction skyscraper collapsed in the Chatuchak area of Bangkok, trapping 84 workers. At least three deaths have been confirmed.
- Tremors caused chaos across Thailand, including suspended metro and rail services.
- PM Paetongtarn Shinawatra declared an emergency in the Thai capital after returning from Phuket for an urgent crisis meeting.
đ Regional Impact
- Chinaâs Yunnan province felt severe shocks, reporting a magnitude of 7.9.
- India: Tremors were felt in Kolkata and Imphal, though no casualties were reported.
- Bangladesh: People in Dhaka and Chattogram experienced shaking.
- Vietnam and surrounding regions also reported aftershocks.
Also Read: Myanmar Earthquake Update: 7.7-Magnitude, Devastates Central Myanmar, 43 Missing Amid Widespread Destruction
đ Infrastructure Damage
- Roads connecting Mandalay to Yangon were damaged, delaying rescue operations.
- Footage shows heavy damage to Mandalay airport and a monastery in Taunggyi, Shan State.
- Massive crowds gathered outside hospitals and emergency centers.
đŁď¸ Leaders Respond
- Myanmarâs military chief Min Aung Hlaing declared a national emergency and urged international aid, saying âany country or organisationâ willing to help is welcome.
- Prime Minister Narendra Modi expressed concern and assured Indiaâs readiness to assist.
- Several European nations have offered support and monitoring.
đ°ď¸ Myanmarâs Seismic History
- Myanmar lies near the active Sagaing Fault, responsible for numerous major quakes.
- Between 1930-1956, six quakes of magnitude 7.0+ struck this region.
- The 2016 Bagan earthquake (6.8) caused three deaths and heritage damage.
đ˝ď¸ Viral Videos Show Chaos
- Buildings swaying, infinity pool water spilling, and people running in panic have flooded social media.
- âI ran out in my pyjamas,â a Bangkok resident said in one video.
- Footage of collapsed skyscrapers and emergency response has gone viral.
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