Multiple people are dead after a powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar and affected neighboring Thailand. The prime minister of Thailand has called Bangkok “a disaster zone.”
Key Points
7.7-magnitude earthquake hit Myanmar and affected Thailand
Multiple people reported dead
Prime minister of Thailand declared Bangkok a disaster zone
Pros
Raising awareness about earthquake preparedness and response measures
Highlighting the impact of natural disasters on communities
Cons
Loss of lives and potential destruction of infrastructure