17 Dead in Thailand Following Myanmar Earthquake
Bangkok Death Toll Rises to 17 Following Earthquake in Myanmar
The death toll in the Thai capital of Bangkok from a powerful earthquake that hit neighboring Myanmar rose to 17, with 32 people injured and 83 others remaining missing, local authorities said on March 30.
The Department of Disaster Prevention and Mitigation (DDPM) reported that damage has been reported in 18 provinces across Thailand, impacting 420 homes, 48 temples, 76 hospitals, eight buildings, 23 schools, and 18 government offices.
Despite the widespread damage, the situation was under control and affected area assessments were underway. The probability of aftershocks was steadily decreasing, according to Phasakorn Boonyalak, director general of the DDPM.
Phasakorn also mentioned that relevant agencies have been providing aid and assessing damage to facilitate assistance in accordance with applicable laws. In addition, the department has dispatched an Urban Search and Rescue team with specialized equipment from various disaster prevention and mitigation centers to Bangkok, the hardest-hit area, to aid in rescue efforts.
The authorities are working tirelessly to provide support to those affected by the earthquake and ensure the safety and well-being of the residents in the impacted areas.
