Emergency Appeal – 7.7 magnitude earthquake
Emergency Appeal
Myanmar Earthquake
“Dozens trapped under rubble after powerful 7.7- and 6.4-magnitude tremors stike central Myanmar.” – Al Jazeera
Myanmar and its surrounding countries have been affected by a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake. One of the strongest earthquakes ever to hit Myanmar
We will provide vital aid to the poorest people in Myanmar, who have faced years of persecution and now face further hardship due to the earthquake. The Rohingya people, many of whom still live in internally displaced camps in Myanmar need your support
Let’s get together as we always do and raise whatever we can to help and support the people affected by this earthquake.
Shwe Pho Shein Mosque collapses
Mandalay, Shwe Pho Shein Mosque collapses during prayer due to earthquake; at least 20 dead Yangon, March 28
While prayers were being held today at the Shwe Pho Shin Mosque in Mandalay, the mosque collapsed due to an earthquake, resulting in the deaths of at least 20 people, according to some rescue workers assisting with the mosque’s collapse.
“It collapsed during prayer time. About three buildings of the mosque collapsed. There are people trapped, so for now, more than 20 people have died. The number of deaths could be higher. Shwe Pho Shin Mosque has indeed collapsed,” explained a person involved in the rescue efforts for the collapsed mosque.
It is known that there may be people trapped under the rubble of the mosque, and currently, only those nearby are carrying out rescue operations.
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