The 28th of March witnessed a powerful quake measuring 7.7 in magnitude near Mandalay, resulting in a grim toll of 3,564 fatalities, 5,012 injured, and 210 persons missing, as reported by the military forces.
Across six regions, widespread devastation ensued from the calamity, leading to significant disruption in power and communication services, thereby hindering the relief work.
Locals in the capital city are actively removing wreckage from damaged residences, while rescue teams, with the inclusion of Russian workers, are rigorously searching for survivors. The extensive damage to infrastructure, including roads and bridges, has made accessing the affected areas challenging, significantly delaying the comprehensive evaluation of the disaster’s extent.
