Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Surpasses 1,700 as Rescue Efforts Slow

Extreme heat, limited resources, and political challenges hinder relief operations, with fears the death toll could exceed 10,000.

A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on March 28, 2025, followed by a 6.7 aftershock, causing widespread destruction in Mandalay and surrounding areas.
The confirmed death toll has risen to over 1,700 in Myanmar and 18 in Thailand, with 3,400 injured and 300 still missing.
International aid, including teams from China, India, and the United States, has begun arriving, but logistical and political obstacles complicate distribution.
Myanmar's healthcare system, already weakened by years of civil conflict, is overwhelmed, with critical shortages of medical supplies reported.
Experts warn the death toll could exceed 10,000 as rescue efforts slow due to extreme heat and the deteriorating conditions of trapped victims.