Rescue operations are underway in Mandalay following a devastating earthquake that claimed more than 2,700 lives and destroyed buildings, including the collapse of the Sky Villa Condominium.
Earthquake Devastates Mandalay: Sky Villa Collapse Traps Many
Earthquake Devastates Mandalay: Sky Villa Collapse Traps Many
A catastrophic earthquake in Myanmar has led to the tragic collapse of the Sky Villa Condominium, claiming over 2,700 lives and leaving many trapped.
The 12-story complex, marketed for its "earthquake-resistant foundation," became a tragic symbol of the disaster, with rescue teams digging through rubble to locate survivors amidst the overwhelming heat and despair.
Amid the chilling aftermath of a powerful earthquake that struck last Friday, the Sky Villa Condominium in Mandalay now stands as a stark reminder of nature's destructive force. Originally celebrated for its luxurious amenities, including the largest rooftop bar in the city, the 12-story building fell victim to the seismic collapse, which has claimed the lives of 2,719 individuals.
As rescue crews engage in frantic efforts, the scene is dire. The building, which was completed in 2017, suffered the unimaginable fate of five of its floors sinking into the ground, burying residents beneath tons of concrete and debris. Family members of those trapped are left waiting in agony for news, searching through the debris for survivors.
Sai Myo Tun, whose pregnant sister is among the missing, insists that time is critical for all trapped under the wreckage. "Please speed up!" he shouted to both local volunteers and the Chinese rescue teams working tirelessly to find survivors. His sister had just purchased an apartment in Sky Villa last year, and hope still lingers as rescue workers dig through the rubble.
As rescuers continue to sift through the collapsed structure, community members rally together while grappling with the painful reality of loss and destruction. The search for survivors remains a fragile hope amid tragedy.
Amid the chilling aftermath of a powerful earthquake that struck last Friday, the Sky Villa Condominium in Mandalay now stands as a stark reminder of nature's destructive force. Originally celebrated for its luxurious amenities, including the largest rooftop bar in the city, the 12-story building fell victim to the seismic collapse, which has claimed the lives of 2,719 individuals.
As rescue crews engage in frantic efforts, the scene is dire. The building, which was completed in 2017, suffered the unimaginable fate of five of its floors sinking into the ground, burying residents beneath tons of concrete and debris. Family members of those trapped are left waiting in agony for news, searching through the debris for survivors.
Sai Myo Tun, whose pregnant sister is among the missing, insists that time is critical for all trapped under the wreckage. "Please speed up!" he shouted to both local volunteers and the Chinese rescue teams working tirelessly to find survivors. His sister had just purchased an apartment in Sky Villa last year, and hope still lingers as rescue workers dig through the rubble.
As rescuers continue to sift through the collapsed structure, community members rally together while grappling with the painful reality of loss and destruction. The search for survivors remains a fragile hope amid tragedy.
