State of Emergency in Myanmar Following Devastating Earthquake

Tue Jun 17 2025 14:02:30 GMT+0300 (Eastern European Summer Time)
State of Emergency in Myanmar Following Devastating Earthquake

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake strikes central Myanmar, triggering a humanitarian crisis and state of emergency.


A significant 7.7 magnitude earthquake has rocked central Myanmar, prompting mass infrastructure damage and a state of emergency across six regions. The quake, centered near Sagaing, struck at a shallow depth, resulting in tremors felt as far as Thailand and China. Rescues are underway, with reports of hundreds of casualties, primarily in Mandalay.

In the aftermath of this devastating natural disaster, at least 81 construction workers are unaccounted for following a building collapse in Bangkok, as officials confirm the situation is dire. Many residents are fearful of potential aftershocks and further destruction. While the military government enforces strict media controls, local eyewitness accounts and international reactions are flowing in, painting a troubling picture of the crisis in Myanmar and its neighboring countries.

Emergency services navigate the destruction while the full extent of the earthquake's impact continues to be assessed.

As the situation develops, ongoing coverage will be crucial in providing information and aid to those affected by this calamity.

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake has rocked central Myanmar, prompting mass infrastructure damage and a state of emergency. The quake, centered near Sagaing, struck at a shallow depth, resulting in tremors felt as far as Thailand and China. Rescues are underway, with reports of hundreds of casualties, primarily in Mandalay.

In the aftermath of this devastating natural disaster, at least 81 construction workers are unaccounted for following a building collapse in Bangkok, as officials confirm the situation is dire. Many residents are fearful of potential aftershocks and further destruction. While the military government enforces strict media controls, local eyewitness accounts and international reactions are flowing in, painting a troubling picture of the crisis in Myanmar and its neighboring countries.

Emergency services navigate the destruction while the full extent of the earthquake's impact continues to be assessed.

As the situation develops, ongoing coverage will be crucial in providing information and aid to those affected by this calamity.

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