Myanmar Earthquake Toll Rises as Rescue Efforts Intensify
Yangon, The Gulf Observer: The death toll from Myanmar’s devastating earthquake continued to climb on Sunday, as international rescue teams and aid workers rushed to assist communities struggling to cope with the aftermath of the disaster. Hospitals remain overwhelmed, and many affected areas are mounting rescue operations with limited resources.
The 7.7-magnitude earthquake, one of the strongest to hit Myanmar in a century, struck the war-torn Southeast Asian nation on Friday. As of Sunday, the government reported approximately 1,700 fatalities, 3,400 injuries, and over 300 people still missing, according to Reuters.
The U.S. Geological Service’s predictive modeling suggests that the eventual death toll could surpass 10,000, with economic losses potentially exceeding Myanmar’s annual economic output.
Rescue operations are underway across the hardest-hit regions, but access to some affected areas remains challenging due to damaged infrastructure and ongoing conflict in parts of the country. The international community has mobilized aid efforts, providing medical assistance, relief supplies, and emergency response teams to support those in need.
As Myanmar grapples with the aftermath of the quake, authorities continue to assess the full scale of destruction and prioritize urgent humanitarian needs.
