The Latest: Over 1,000 reported dead so far following Myanmar’s quake
YANGON, Myanmar — Myanmar’s powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake has killed over 1,000 people, as the death toll keeps climbing amid rescue efforts.
The military government said Saturday that 1,002 people have now been found dead and another 2,376 injured, with 30 others missing.
The earthquake struck midday Friday, followed by several aftershocks including one measuring a strong 6.4 magnitude.
In Thailand, the quake rocked the greater Bangkok area, leaving six people dead, 26 injured and 47 still missing.
Several countries, including Malaysia, Russia and China have dispatched rescuers and relief teams.
Here is the latest:
New Zealand to support relief efforts
New Zealand’s Foreign Minister Winston Peters wrote on X that his government would support relief efforts “via the International Red Cross Movement.”
Volunteers look for survivors near a damaged building Friday, March 28, 2025, in Naypyitaw, Myanmar. Credit: AP/Aung Shine Oo
“Our thoughts are with all those who have lost loved ones, and to everyone else affected,” Peters said Saturday.
New Zealand’s foreign ministry said all embassy staff in Yangon and Bangkok were accounted for and no New Zealanders had been reported hurt or killed.
South Korea provides $2 million worth of humanitarian aid to Myanmar
South Korea will send the aid through international organizations to support recovery efforts following the recent earthquake.
The Foreign Ministry stated on Saturday that Seoul will closely monitor the situation and consider additional support if needed.
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