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Devastating 7.7 Quake Hits Myanmar, Cyclone Wreaks Havoc

12/23/2025

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On March 29, 2025, a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand, killing over 1,600 people and damaging infrastructure.
In Mandalay, rescuers faced collapsed infrastructure and power outages while searching for survivors.
In Indonesia, a tropical cyclone triggered floods and landslides, leading to renewed calls for stricter forest management to curb deforestation.
In the Philippines, Typhoon Kalmaegi's aftermath shows how corruption and climate issues worsen disasters.

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Story summary

On March 29, 2025, a 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar and Thailand, killing over 1,600 people and damaging infrastructure.
In Mandalay, rescuers faced collapsed infrastructure and power outages while searching for survivors.
In Indonesia, a tropical cyclone triggered floods and landslides, leading to renewed calls for stricter forest management to curb deforestation.
In the Philippines, Typhoon Kalmaegi's aftermath shows how corruption and climate issues worsen disasters.