Three weeks after a major earthquake hit Myanmar, basic services have yet to be restored in the worst-hit areas. Regular aftershocks continue to shake central Myanmar, disrupting response efforts and increasing fear among affected residents. The 7.7 magnitude quake caused significant damage in six regions and states, exacerbating an ongoing humanitarian crisis created by the country’s civil war.
The death toll from the earthquake has reached 3,726, with thousands injured and many still missing. Rescue workers from 25 countries collaborated with local rescuers to save and recover hundreds of individuals. Damage is extensive, with thousands of houses, schools, monasteries, hospitals, bridges, and temples affected.
Emergency services workers are focused on clearing debris and recovering bodies from collapsed buildings. International rescue teams have mostly returned to their countries, leaving local workers to carry out relief efforts. The United Nations Development Program estimates that millions of tons of debris need to be removed from affected areas.
In Naypyitaw, the capital of Myanmar, the government is planning to redesign the urban layout after many government buildings were damaged and have not yet been repaired. Despite the challenges, residents are working together to clear debris from residential areas on their own. The situation remains dire, with ongoing efforts needed to provide essential services and support to those affected by the earthquake.
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