Myanmar Declares State of Emergency in Capital Naypyidaw and Other Regions After 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake

New Delhi: A state of emergency has been declared in six regions and states across Myanmar following a powerful earthquake, with its epicenter near the country’s second-largest city. The military-run government announced the proclamation, which includes the capital Naypyitaw and Mandalay, after the earthquake and a significant aftershock struck around midday.

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Thailand and neighboring Myanmar on Friday midday, causing significant damage. A high-rise building under construction in Bangkok collapsed, and hundreds of thousands of people were forced to evacuate their homes and workplaces.

Another Quake Strikes Myanmar

As of this report, the National Center for Seismology confirms a 4.4 magnitude earthquake has hit Myanmar. The event was recorded on the Richter scale, but details on its impact remain unclear.

The initial earthquake was followed by a powerful 6.4 magnitude aftershock, adding to the chaos and uncertainty in the region.

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Devastation All Over in Myanmar

Social media was inundated with videos highlighting the devastating effects of the earthquake. One alarming clip shows a building under construction in Bangkok's Chatuchak Market collapsing, releasing a massive cloud of dust and debris.

Another striking video depicts the iconic Ava Bridge in Myanmar plunging into the Irrawaddy River, cutting off an essential link between the Ava and Sagaing regions.

Myanmar is currently embroiled in a civil war, making it difficult for relief efforts to reach affected areas. Many regions are hard to access due to ongoing conflict, complicating any response to the disaster.

It remains unclear how effectively the military government will be able to provide aid to those impacted by the quake, especially in the most remote and conflict-affected regions.