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The bodies of three more women have been found inside a room at the Sky Villa condo complex that collapsed due to the earthquake in Mandalay

May 28, 2025

Bodies of three more women found inside a room of Sky Villa condo that collapsed due to earthquake in Mandalay

The bodies of three more women have been found inside a room at the Sky Villa condo complex that collapsed due to the earthquake in Mandalay, according to the Myanmar Fire Service Department.

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A file photo shows the damaged Sagaing Bridge (Inwa) following the Mandalay Earthquake, as reported in the Kyemon Daily (The Mirror) on 7 April 2025.

May 28, 2025

Take great opportunities and lessons from the Mandalay earthquake

The day on 28 March 2025 was an unforgettable day for all citizens of Myanmar. Ten minutes to 1 pm on that day, a devastating earthquake jolted Mandalay Region, Sagaing Region, Shan State, Nay Pyi Taw Council Area and Bago Region, resulting in several casualties.

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The earthquake hit near Mandalay on March 28, 2025, causing widespread destruction

May 28, 2025

After the quake, Myanmar journalists still feel aftershocks

Amid government pressure and a weak infrastructure, journalists in Myanmar struggle to work after the recent earthquake.

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Two buildings collapse in Mandalay after quake and heavy rain

May 28, 2025

Two buildings collapse in Mandalay after quake and heavy rain

A building that had already been leaning due to a previous earthquake has collapsed further following a minor quake in Mandalay, according to a press release from the Thiri Marlar East volunteer Fire Brigade.

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A damaged home is being demolished in Mandalay. / The Irrawaddy

May 28, 2025

Mandalay Authorities ‘Dragging Their Feet’ Over Post-Earthquake Rebuilding

Authorities in quake-hit Mandalay are dragging their feet in inspecting damaged buildings to assess risks and handling applications for demolition or repair, residents say.

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Case study

Chinese rescue teams conduct rescue operations in Mandalay, Myanmar.

May 28, 2025

Myanmar earthquake latest: Entire communities flattened, aid teams say

As the death toll continues to rise in Myanmar after last Friday's earthquake tragedy, UN humanitarians have been rushing to support severely deprived and traumatized victims, warning that the window for lifesaving response is closing.

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A workshop to discuss recent experiences and future needs

Post-Earthquake Data Collection Workshop

Due to recent earthquakes in many of the represented cities, the workshop provided a unique opportunity to review data collected locally, critically evaluate current data collection approaches, initiate collaborative international research efforts to maximize the knowledge gained from recent devastating events, and begin to develop international consensus on data collection protocols for future events.The workshop was designed to improve coordination among the many reconnaissance groups who would respond to a Sagaing, Myanmar(Burma) earthquake.

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