Thailand-Myanmar Earthquake

SOURCE www.dailystar.co.uk
A massive earthquake in Thailand and Myanmar has left thousands feared dead, with officials warning it could be the worst quake death toll ever. Rescuers are racing against time to dig out survivors trapped under collapsed buildings.

Key Points

  • More than 10,000 people are likely to have perished in the earthquake, according to the US Geological Survey.
  • At least 144 people have been confirmed dead and 732 injured.
  • Rescuers are facing challenges in reaching those buried alive under rubble.
  • Tourists and locals are in a state of panic and chaos.
  • The earthquake is the strongest to hit Thailand since the 1839 Ava Earthquake.

Pros

  • Efforts are being made to rescue survivors trapped under collapsed buildings.

Cons

  • Thousands are feared dead in the disaster.
  • Buildings have collapsed, causing chaos and panic in the region.