Death Toll from Myanmar Earthquake Reaches 2,056 as Rescues Continue

Rescue efforts in Myanmar continue following a devastating 7.7-magnitude earthquake that struck on Friday, resulting in a rising death toll of over 2,000 in Myanmar and at least 18 in Thailand. A woman was pulled alive from the rubble of the Great Wall Hotel in Mandalay after being trapped for nearly 60 hours, providing a rare moment of hope for rescuers, many of whom are volunteers. In a separate rescue, a pregnant woman and her five-year-old daughter were saved from the Sky Villa Condominium after similar efforts, showcasing the determination of search teams despite challenging conditions. Authorities indicate that around 3,900 people have been injured, and nearly 270 remain unaccounted for. Rescue operations are ongoing, with hopes of finding more survivors as the search continues beyond the conventional 72-hour window. The United Nations has begun delivering aid to an estimated 23,000 people affected by the earthquake.