In a heart-wrenching situation, emergency services search for survivors in both Myanmar and Thailand following a devastating earthquake.
**Myanmar Earthquake: Rescuers Continue to Find Survivors Amidst Devastation**
**Myanmar Earthquake: Rescuers Continue to Find Survivors Amidst Devastation**
Four more survivors rescued from rubble as death toll rises after powerful quake in Myanmar.
Rescuers in Myanmar have made progress in their search efforts, pulling four additional survivors from the debris of a collapsed school building nearly 60 hours after a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake jolted the region. The quake, which struck on Friday close to Mandalay, has tragically claimed at least 1,700 lives across the southeast Asian nation, with many hundreds remaining unaccounted for.
The latest rescues took place in the northern Sagaing region, where a body was also recovered from the rubble. In neighboring Thailand, the toll has increased to 18 people in Bangkok, as the search continues for 76 workers trapped in the ruins of a high-rise building that collapsed. The quake's tremors reached several neighboring nations, complicating overall rescue efforts.
Since the earthquake, which occurred at around 12:50 local time, aid has started to arrive, albeit with delays in reaching the areas hit hardest. Local citizens are seen digging through rubble to find their loved ones. An elderly woman was rescued late Saturday night in Nay Pyi Taw, after being trapped for over 36 hours under the debris of a hospital. Video footage captured the emotional moment she was transported to safety.
Search and rescue efforts have been ongoing, with additional groups reported to be active in Mandalay. On Sunday, a local fire authority confirmed that 29 individuals were saved from an apartment building that also fell victim to the quake. This seismic event occurred near the Sagaing fault, causing these far-reaching tremors.
As authorities continue to assess the damage, the situation is complicated in Thailand, where a tower block under construction collapsed, burying workers inside. Rescuers have detected weak signs of life under the rubble, but the conditions remain precarious as questions arise over the structural integrity of the building materials.
In response to this crisis, international support has poured in, with multiple countries sending rescue teams and supplies to assist Myanmar. China and India, along with support from several other nations including Malaysia and Ireland, have dispatched teams to aid in these recovery efforts. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy has pledged £10 million to help provide relief.
Amid these distressing events, Myanmar's military junta has faced condemnation for ongoing bombings in conflict-ridden regions. The situation remains complicated as various rebel groups report continued military operations, although the National Unity Government has announced a temporary pause in offensive actions in areas devastated by the earthquake.
As the monsoon season approaches, there are growing concerns about potential flooding and additional humanitarian crises, which could exacerbate an already dire situation for those displaced by the natural disaster. Humanitarian organizations warn that urgent action is needed to address the ongoing challenges faced by the Myanmar population during this turbulent time.
The latest rescues took place in the northern Sagaing region, where a body was also recovered from the rubble. In neighboring Thailand, the toll has increased to 18 people in Bangkok, as the search continues for 76 workers trapped in the ruins of a high-rise building that collapsed. The quake's tremors reached several neighboring nations, complicating overall rescue efforts.
Since the earthquake, which occurred at around 12:50 local time, aid has started to arrive, albeit with delays in reaching the areas hit hardest. Local citizens are seen digging through rubble to find their loved ones. An elderly woman was rescued late Saturday night in Nay Pyi Taw, after being trapped for over 36 hours under the debris of a hospital. Video footage captured the emotional moment she was transported to safety.
Search and rescue efforts have been ongoing, with additional groups reported to be active in Mandalay. On Sunday, a local fire authority confirmed that 29 individuals were saved from an apartment building that also fell victim to the quake. This seismic event occurred near the Sagaing fault, causing these far-reaching tremors.
As authorities continue to assess the damage, the situation is complicated in Thailand, where a tower block under construction collapsed, burying workers inside. Rescuers have detected weak signs of life under the rubble, but the conditions remain precarious as questions arise over the structural integrity of the building materials.
In response to this crisis, international support has poured in, with multiple countries sending rescue teams and supplies to assist Myanmar. China and India, along with support from several other nations including Malaysia and Ireland, have dispatched teams to aid in these recovery efforts. UK Foreign Secretary David Lammy has pledged £10 million to help provide relief.
Amid these distressing events, Myanmar's military junta has faced condemnation for ongoing bombings in conflict-ridden regions. The situation remains complicated as various rebel groups report continued military operations, although the National Unity Government has announced a temporary pause in offensive actions in areas devastated by the earthquake.
As the monsoon season approaches, there are growing concerns about potential flooding and additional humanitarian crises, which could exacerbate an already dire situation for those displaced by the natural disaster. Humanitarian organizations warn that urgent action is needed to address the ongoing challenges faced by the Myanmar population during this turbulent time.
