More than 90 feared trapped in quake-hit Myanmar block: Red Cross official

BSS
Published On: 29 Mar 2025, 15:24

MANDALAY, Myanmar, March 29, 2025 (BSS/AFP) - More than 90 people could be trapped inside the crushed remains of an apartment block in Mandalay in central Myanmar destroyed by a devastating earthquake, a Red Cross official told AFP on Saturday as rescuers worked to free the victims.

The Sky Villa Condominium development is among the buildings in Mandalay that were worst hit by Friday's 7.7-magnitude quake, with several of its 12 storeys pancaked one on top of the other.

  • Latest
  • Most Viewed
At least 69 killed in thunderstorms in India, Nepal
US, Iran to hold high-stakes nuclear talks
Australia beat Colombia to end BJK Cup bid on winning note
Search called off for two Nepalis caught in Annapurna avalanche
Coach Mamun hopeful to defend AHF Cup title
Global media experts call for ethical AI policy in journalism
Khulna ready to celebrate Pahela Baishakh 1432 with colourful festivities
Bangladesh urges Slovakia to recruit Bangladeshi workers
Jokic triple double as Denver fight back for big win
Iraqi markets a haven for pedlars escaping Iran's economic woes
১০