Sat Mar 29 18:42:02 UTC 2025: ## Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Soars Past 1,600
**Yangon, Myanmar –** The death toll from a powerful earthquake that struck central Myanmar on Friday has tragically climbed to 1,644, with a further 3,408 people injured, according to the ruling military junta. The 7.7 magnitude quake, which struck northwest of Sagaing, was shallow, amplifying its destructive power across a wide area. The junta’s announcement Saturday brings grim confirmation of the extensive damage and widespread devastation caused by the tremor. Rescue efforts continue amidst the rubble.
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