As rescue crews continue their frantic search for survivors buried beneath the debris, the death toll from Myanmar’s devastating earthquake has risen to 1,644. Bridges and buildings collapsed as a result of the strong earthquake that shook the central and northern regions, injuring and uprooting thousands of people.
Rescue efforts are hampered by the fact that many isolated villages are still inaccessible, according to authorities. In an effort to find survivors, emergency personnel are working around the clock with sniffer dogs and large equipment. Aid organisations are rushing to give affected communities food, shelter, and medical assistance as hospitals are overburdened.
While neighbouring nations have started sending rescue teams and relief supplies, the Myanmar government has made a plea for international assistance. Fears of more devastation are heightened by witnesses’ descriptions of horrifying aftershocks that still tremble the area.
Officials warn that the death toll could increase further, with thousands still unaccounted for. Efforts are now focused on clearing debris, restoring communication lines, and delivering urgent humanitarian aid to those in need.
