The earthquake, with magnitudes ranging from 7.0 to 7.7, shook Myanmar and Thailand profoundly, toppling many multi-story buildings within moments. Chaos erupted on the streets as people scattered in all directions, seeking safety.
On Friday, powerful earthquake footage from Myanmar circulated extensively on social media, revealing the alarming devastation. The falling buildings and throngs of fleeing people paint a terrifying picture of the disaster.
The earthquake's epicenter is reported to be in Sagaing, Myanmar. Allegedly, due to the tremors, the famed Ava Bridge over the Irrawaddy River in Mandalay collapsed. The National Center for Seismology reported that the first shock registered a magnitude of 7.2, followed by another at 7.0. Some assert that the earthquake peaked at a 7.7 magnitude.
Footage depicting the chaos and destruction from different regions of the country during and after the earthquake is available on social media. These videos, capturing scenes from both Myanmar and Thailand, allow viewers to gauge the quake's formidable strength by the shattered structures.
Numerous videos show skyscrapers crashing one after another, accompanied by clouds of dust rising in the aftermath. The fear etched on people's faces is evident, reflecting the profound impact of the disaster.
