20 Killed As Mosque Collapses In Myanmar Earthquake; Children Among Victims In Monastery Tragedy
Two massive earthquakes rocked Myanmar on Friday, killing dozens of people in the country. A mosque also collapsed, in which over 20 people died.
At least 20 people were killed after a mosque collapsed in Myanmar’s Mandalay on Friday following two massive back-to-back earthquakes in the country, according to media reports.
Two massive earthquakes, measuring 7.7 and 6.4 on the Richter scale, rocked Myanmar on Friday afternoon. Several people sustained injuries in the quakes as panic gripped the streets, running to the open areas to save their lives. Tremors were also felt in neighbouring Thailand and Vietnam. China’s bordering region also felt strong tremors, according to the local media reports.
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Mosque Collapses In Myanmar
Several people were killed as the mosque collapsed in the country due to intense earthquakes.
A monastery sheltering war refugees also collapsed in the earthquakes, killing five people, including children in Taungoo.
Fire and heavy damages were also reported at the Mandalay University in the country, in which casualties were feared.
Death Toll So Far
According to Myanmar authorities, 20 people have died so far in Mandalay, while many have been injured. 5 have been confirmed dead in Taungoo.
In Thailand, 3 people have been confirmed dead in the building collapse while 81 have been reported missing, Deputy PM informed. Several people were injured in the earthquake.
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In a horrifying video, an under-construction skyscraper was seen crumbling in Bangkok due to the earthquake. At least 3 people died in the tragedy, while over 80 people were missing, the country’s Deputy PM said.
Myanmar Govt Seeks International Aid
Myanmar’s ruling junta sought international humanitarian aid after two strong earthquakes caused massive damages to the country, including loss of lives and destruction of properties.
The junta also declared a state of emergency across six regions of the country.
The Myanmar junta refers to the military government that took control of the country after a coup on February 1, 2021.
Meanwhile, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has expressed anguish over the earthquakes and assured all help to the neighbouring country. He also asked the Indian authorities to be on standby mode.
“Concerned by the situation in the wake of the Earthquake in Myanmar and Thailand. Praying for the safety and wellbeing of everyone. India stands ready to offer all possible assistance. In this regard, asked our authorities to be on standby. Also asked the MEA to remain in touch with the Governments of Myanmar and Thailand," he posted on X.
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