As fears rise over building safety in a city known for its skyscrapers, efforts to locate missing workers continue amid the panic.
**Earthquake Sparks Fear and Rescue Efforts in Thailand Following Myanmar Quake**
**Earthquake Sparks Fear and Rescue Efforts in Thailand Following Myanmar Quake**
A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake left buildings damaged and a construction site collapse in Bangkok, leading to ongoing rescue operations.
The earth shook under Bangkok on Friday as a massive earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 originated near Myanmar, resulting in widespread panic among residents. Kanittha Thepasak, a local resident in the bustling city, recalls feeling dizzy before witnessing her surroundings sway in an unsettling manner. "I’m freaked out, I’m worried," she said, expressing concerns about returning to work on the 29th floor of her office building.
While Thailand reported relatively minor damages compared to Myanmar, the impact of the earthquake was deeply felt. In a startling scene, a building still under construction in Bangkok completely collapsed, claiming at least 11 lives with 76 still unaccounted for. Rescue operations have been ongoing, utilizing heavy machinery and trained dogs to search for survivors within the rubble.
As engineers inspect numerous structures for safety, the incident has reignited debates over the safety standards of high-rise buildings within the ever-growing skyline of Bangkok. The frequency of construction in the city has raised concerns about whether adequate precautions are being taken to ensure public safety during seismic events. Observers note that many residents are now reconsidering living or working in high places, reflecting a growing awareness of the risks that come with urbanization in quake-prone regions.
While Thailand reported relatively minor damages compared to Myanmar, the impact of the earthquake was deeply felt. In a startling scene, a building still under construction in Bangkok completely collapsed, claiming at least 11 lives with 76 still unaccounted for. Rescue operations have been ongoing, utilizing heavy machinery and trained dogs to search for survivors within the rubble.
As engineers inspect numerous structures for safety, the incident has reignited debates over the safety standards of high-rise buildings within the ever-growing skyline of Bangkok. The frequency of construction in the city has raised concerns about whether adequate precautions are being taken to ensure public safety during seismic events. Observers note that many residents are now reconsidering living or working in high places, reflecting a growing awareness of the risks that come with urbanization in quake-prone regions.
