At least 144 people have died in Myanmar after the 7.7 magnitude earthquake, felt by Thailand and other neighbouring countries.

The quake shook a swath of Southeast Asia. Myanmar’s military government said 144 people were killed in just three cities. The U.S. Geological Survey estimated that the death toll was likely to surpass 1,

A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar, leaving a trail of destruction and chaos in its wake. At least 144 people have lost their lives in the quakes while over 730 are injured, and tremors were felt as far away as Bangkok,

The earthquake originated in Myanmar with tremors spreading to neighbouring Thailand. Footage has also been shared of Mandalay Airport during the 8.2 magnitude earthquake that struck the Sagaing Regio

At least 144 people have died in Myanmar after the 7.7 magnitude earthquake, felt by neighbouring countries, including Thailand where buildings collapsed.

A massive earthquake measuring 7.7 struck central Myanmar, with its tremors shaking Thailand on Friday. It toppled buildings, ruptured roads, killed at least 20 and caused widespread devastation. The powerful temblor highlights Myanmar’s vulnerability to earthquakes — it has seen over 14 with a magnitude of six or higher in the past 100 years.

With the reported collapse of China-brokered talks between the junta and Kokang rebels, Lashio residents are on high alert for possible regime airstrikes.

A massive earthquake of 7.7 magnitude struck Myanmar on Friday, with equally strong tremors rocking the neighbouring Southeast Asian country of Thailand. At such a critical moment in US history, we need reporters on the ground. Your donation allows us to keep sending journalists to speak to both sides of the story.

The 7.7 magnitude quake struck at around 12.50pm local time on Friday, with its epicentre about 10 miles from the second city of Mandalay.