A powerful earthquake in Myanmar has left at least 694 people dead and 1,670 injured, with the military government warning of more deaths and injuries. Infrastructure such as roads and buildings have been affected, leading to casualties, and search and rescue operations are ongoing. International aid has started arriving in Myanmar, with China, Russia, and the U.S. offering assistance. The death toll is estimated to exceed 10,000 people, with the losses surpassing the country’s GDP. Myanmar’s mix of modern and traditional buildings may impact the death toll, as traditional structures are generally less deadly in earthquakes. In neighboring Thailand, a rescue operation is underway to find construction workers trapped under the rubble of a collapsed tower. Nine people have died, and 101 are missing in Bangkok, with efforts being made to rescue those trapped. The situation in the Thai capital is improving, with hundreds of people having spent the night in city parks. Rescue teams from China and Russia have arrived in Myanmar with medical supplies and experienced rescuers to aid in the search and rescue efforts. President Trump has promised assistance to Myanmar, and countries are mobilizing resources to support the affected areas.
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