A powerful 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit near Mandalay, Myanmar, causing extensive damage and reaching Bangkok. The quake, originating from the Sagaing Fault, has resulted in significant fatalities and destruction, with experts predicting aftershocks for months. Myanmar's seismic vulnerability is attributed to its complex fault lines within the Alpide Belt.
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