A magnitude-7.9 earthquake shook Myanmar on Friday, triggering a 24/7 international rescue race to save lives under collapsed buildings. As of Monday morning, Chinese disaster teams confirmed six survivors pulled from the rubble—bringing hope amidst a death toll surpassing 2,000 people.
The quake’s aftermath includes 3,900 injured and entire villages cut off by landslides. Chinese engineers airlifted thermal imaging drones and portable hospitals to Myanmar within hours of the disaster—part of Beijing’s rapid response framework for neighboring countries.
Local Myanmar volunteers praised the coordination: "They’re working alongside us like family," said one rescuer in a viral TikTok clip. Meanwhile, global NGOs are amplifying calls for urgent medical supplies as monsoon rains threaten recovery efforts.
This tragedy highlights how cross-border solidarity can turn the tide in crises. Stay updated as relief operations continue.
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Chart of the Day: Chinese rescuers find six quake survivors in Myanmar
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