Catastrophe in Myanmar: Over 10,000 deaths after devastating earthquake!
Catastrophe in Myanmar: Over 10,000 deaths after devastating earthquake!
Sagaing, Myanmar - on March 28, 2025 at 12:50 p.m. local time, an earthquake of the strength 7.7 Myanmar and Thailand shook. The epicenter was near the city of Sagaing, which is known not only for its historical architecture, but also as a refuge for hundreds of thousands of displaced persons from the civil war. Reports of large destruction in several cities are difficult to public because the information from Myanmar is limited.
The emergency aid organizations warn of a possible rising number of victims that could go into thousands, according to the US Geological Survey. Currently over 1,000 deaths in Myanmar and 30 missing people have been confirmed, while the number of victims could possibly increase over 10,000. At least three deaths were officially reported in Thailand, with the media speak of up to ten deaths and 101 missing people in Bangkok. The Thai Weather Office recorded further, albeit weaker earthquakes after the quake.
The humanitarian crisis deepens
The effects of the earthquake are particularly devastating in a country that has been suffering from unstable conditions since the military coup in February 2021. The military junta is now asking for international support to react to the urgency. The need for clean drinking water, secure accommodation, food, medical care and psychological help is enormous. Almost 20 million people were dependent on humanitarian aid before the earthquake, and around 3.5 million people are driven out within Myanmar.
The aid organization Diakonie disaster help has contacted partner organizations and initially provided 50,000 euros, while Maltese internationally plans to help those affected internationally immediately after the earthquake. The organization also emphasizes that the use of local partners will be decisive for the provision of food, clothing and hygiene articles.
international reactions
The international community is responding to the humanitarian disaster: The European Commission activates the Copernicus satellite service in order to assess the consequences of earthquake. In addition, the EU provides 2.5 million euros for immediate aid. Russia sends 120 experienced rescuers, doctors and search dogs to Myanmar, while China offers a disaster protection team with special devices. Meanwhile, US President Donald Trump has also contacted government representatives in Myanmar and assured help.
In addition to the rescue and auxiliary measures, there are concerns about the integrity of dams on the Irrawaddy river, the break of which could result in serious consequences for the region. In Bangkok, the collapse of a high -rise building that was under construction occurred, which further tightened the situation. The search for missing persons is continued here, and some subway lines have to be checked for damage.
The situation remains tense and the humanitarian crisis in Myanmar could be dramatically exacerbated by further developments. Experts are working to relieve the humanitarian emergency as soon as possible, but the challenges in an environment characterized by conflicts are enormous. The urgency of donations and support to help for those affected could not be higher.
for more information and to help, interested parties can support the aid organizations on their websites: Exxpress.at , Diakonie-katastrophenhilfe.de , Malteser-international.org .
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