Myanmar earth quake death toll rises sharply to 1002, more than 2000 injured
The death toll from a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit Myanmar has climbed to 1,002, state-run sources said on Saturday.
The death toll from a 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit Myanmar has climbed to 1,002, state-run sources said on Saturday.
The quake, which struck at 01.25 am local time, sent terrified residents rushing into the streets, with many spending the night in their cars.
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According to the NCS, tremors were felt at 08:06:39 Indian Standard Time (IST) and the depth of the quake was recorded at 15 km
The effect of the quake was also felt in Rajkot, said officials, adding that no report of damage has been received so far