Myanmar earthquake live updates: Deadly 7.7 magnitude quake collapses skyscrapers

At least three people were killed and 68 injured when a skyscraper that was under construction collapsed in Bangkok, according to Thailand’s National Institute of Emergency Medicine. Officials said there were approximately 320 construction workers on site when the building in Bangkok collapsed and 70 people are currently missing, according to a statement published on … Read more

7.7 magnitude earthquake rocks Southeast Asia

LONDON — An earthquake with a 7.7 magnitude has rocked Southeast Asia on Friday, according to the United States Geological Survey. USGS is reporting the epicenter of the quake was in Mandalay, Myanmar, but reports are emerging of the quake being felt as far south as Bangkok in Thailand. “We were under the main Sukhumvit … Read more

Strong earthquake rocks Thai capital of Bangkok, prompting evacuations

BANGKOK — A strong 7.3 magnitude earthquake rocked the Thai capital Friday, causing buildings to sway. Germany’s GFZ center for geosciences said the midday temblor was a shallow 10 kilometers, with an epicenter in neighboring Myanmar, according to temporary reports. There were no immediate reports of damage or casualties. The greater Bangkok area is home … Read more