Sun Mar 30 04:04:26 UTC 2025: ## Myanmar Earthquake Kills Over 1,600, Injures Thousands
**YANGON, MYANMAR** – A devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming the lives of at least 1,644 people, according to the ruling junta. The death toll is expected to rise further as rescue efforts continue. Over 3,408 others have been reported injured. The shallow quake, centered northwest of Sagaing, caused widespread damage across large swathes of the country. Meanwhile, in neighboring Thailand, rescue operations are underway following a building collapse in Bangkok, although no details on casualties have yet been released.
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