Myanmar Earthquake Death Toll Nears 700

Bangkok. Nearly 700 people have been confirmed dead following a powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar, state media reported Saturday. According to the military-led government’s statement, 694 fatalities have been recorded, with 1,670 others injured. An additional 68 people also sustained injuries, state-run broadcaster MRTV said. The same figures were cited by independent news … Read more