Myanmar Earthquake Today: Massive 7.7 Magnitude Earthquake Devastates Myanmar, Death Toll Rises to 144

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Myanmar Earthquake Today:– A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, leaving a trail of destruction and despair. As per reports from state-run MRTV, at least 144 people have lost their lives, while 732 others are injured.

Myanmar Earthquake Today: Hospitals Overwhelmed

Myanmar in Crisis : The quake wreaked havoc in Myanmar’s capital, Naypyitaw, where a major hospital has now become a ‘mass casualty area’ as doctors and medical staff struggle to treat the overwhelming number of victims. The shadow foreign minister of Myanmar has urgently called for international aid, describing the situation as ‘very tense.’

Earthquake sum up 3pm (Mynamar/Thailand)
– 7.7 quake hit near Mandalay/Myanmar
– Hundreds of homes collapsed (various Myanmar cities)
– Strong shocks in Thailand + multiple building collapse in Bangkok
– USGS predicts thousands of people dead

(Bangkok clips from social media:) pic.twitter.com/kJodTn6BIg

— Florian Witulski (@vaitor) March 28, 2025

Thailand Also Affected, Declares State of Emergency

Neighboring Thailand also felt the brunt of the quake, prompting authorities to declare a state of emergency. In Bangkok, at least nine people have died, with 117 still reported missing. Shocking visuals surfaced of a rooftop pool spilling over a Bangkok skyscraper, illustrating the terrifying force of the tremors.

Aftershocks Continue to Shake Myanmar

Myanmar has experienced seven aftershocks since the initial jolt, according to the National Center for Seismology. Another tremor of 7.9 magnitude was reported in China’s Yunnan province, while mild tremors were also felt in India’s Meghalaya, Kolkata, and Imphal.

Global Reactions: Pope Francis Prays for Victims

Following the devastating earthquake, Pope Francis offered prayers for the victims while recovering from his own health struggles. The global community has begun rallying for Myanmar, with relief efforts expected to intensify in the coming hours.

Death Toll Expected to Rise

Myanmar’s military leader, Senior Gen. Min Aung Hlaing, addressed the nation in a televised speech, warning that the death toll could climb further as search and rescue operations continue.

With thousands of people displaced and cities in ruin, the world watches as Myanmar faces one of its worst natural disasters in recent history. Stay tuned for more updates on the crisis.

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