Several buildings, bridges and historic structures collapsed in Myanmar due to the earthquake. Meanwhile, a large number of people are still trapped under the rubble. Rescue operations are ongoing.
The powerful earthquake that struck Thailand has caused significant devastation in the capital, Bangkok. The neighboring country Myanmar was also severely affected by this earthquake. In just a few seconds, large buildings were turned to rubble, roads collapsed… destruction was everywhere.
A high number of casualties is feared from the earthquake. The devastating quake has claimed at least 144 lives in Myanmar.The epicenter of the earthquake was in Myanmar and it was 10 kilometers deep. The magnitude was 7.7. Due to the shallow depth and high magnitude, tremors were felt all the way from Bangladesh to India. Meghalaya also felt the tremors of the earthquake.
Confirmation of the death of 144 people in Myanmar
This powerful earthquake caused widespread devastation in Myanmar and Bangkok. The head of Myanmar’s military government stated in a televised speech on Friday (March 28) that at least 144 people were killed and 730 others injured in the earthquake. Senior General Min Aung Hlaing said, “The number of dead and injured is expected to rise.”
Many buildings were reportedly destroyed in the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Myanmar.
Video showing people being rescued from the rubles of the collapsed buildings.
Pray for Myanmar 🇲🇲 🙏🏻#Myanmar #earthquake #แผ่นดินไหว pic.twitter.com/7yPoGXMBvK
— Sumit (@SumitHansd) March 28, 2025
Many buildings, bridges and historical structures collapsed in Myanmar due to the earthquake. At the same time, a large number of people are still trapped under the debris. Following this, Myanmar’s ruling military government (junta) has declared a state of emergency in 6 states and has also sought international assistance.
MASSIVE ground rupture/crack has appeared in Myittha, Mandalay Region, following the powerful M7.7 earthquake in Myanmar 😱👀 pic.twitter.com/vFlPet0XPH
— Volcaholic 🌋 (@volcaholic1) March 28, 2025
Heavy devastation also occurred in Bangkok
A significant earthquake has caused severe destruction in both Myanmar and Thailand. Eight people died due to the collapse of an under-construction skyscraper in Bangkok, while dozens of workers were rescued. It is reported that around 117 people are still trapped. Pictures and videos surfaced on social media show terrifying scenes from various locations. In a different area of Thailand, a person has died.
This is crazy 🤯
Powerful earthquake of 7.7 magnitude hit Bangkok, Thailand 🇹🇭 (03/28/2025) pic.twitter.com/Vml7cHXbTS
— Nature is Amazing ☘️ (@AMAZlNGNATURE) March 28, 2025
NEW: High-rise in Bangkok, Thailand collapses following a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar.
Workers were seen running for their lives as the building crashed to the ground.
According to Defense Minister Phumtham Wechayachai, 3 people were k*lled and another… pic.twitter.com/zuF7EPdiLv
— Collin Rugg (@CollinRugg) March 28, 2025
Aftershocks were felt in several other countries
The earthquake was so strong that tremors were felt in neighboring countries besides Bangkok and Myanmar. Bangladesh also experienced a strong earthquake, which measured 7.3 in magnitude. Not only that, but the earthquake also affected India, where tremors of 4 in magnitude were felt in Meghalaya. Additionally, tremors were felt in some areas of China as well.