A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocked Myanmar on March 28, triggering a state of emergency across multiple regions. With at least 144 fatalities and 732 injuries reported, rescue teams are racing against time in the devastated city of Mandalay. 💔
Exclusive footage from CGTN Stringer reveals collapsed homes, shattered roads, and teams combing through rubble to save survivors. The quake, one of the strongest in Myanmar’s recent history, has left communities scrambling for shelter and aid.
Mandalay residents described the scene as “chaotic,” with local volunteers joining military units to clear debris. Hospitals are overwhelmed, and authorities warn the death toll could rise. 🌪️
As global aid organizations mobilize, the disaster highlights the urgent need for disaster preparedness in seismically active regions. Stay tuned for updates as this story develops.
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Rescue operations underway in Mandalay, Myanmar, after quake
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