The death toll from the devastating earthquake that struck Myanmar has risen to nearly 700 as rescue teams race against time to find survivors trapped in the rubble. The powerful quake, which also affected Thailand, caused widespread destruction and left thousands injured.

According to officials, the search and rescue efforts are being hampered by the challenging terrain and limited resources. The military junta, which has been ruling Myanmar since a coup earlier this year, has confirmed the sharp rise in the death toll and pledged to do everything possible to assist those affected by the disaster.

As the scale of the tragedy unfolds, aid agencies and neighboring countries are mobilizing support to provide much-needed assistance to the affected communities. The international community has also offered their condolences and assistance to Myanmar and Thailand in the wake of this tragedy.

The earthquake, which struck with a magnitude of 7.0, has caused immense devastation, with buildings reduced to rubble and streets littered with debris. The survivors are in urgent need of food, water, and medical supplies as they await rescue and assistance in the aftermath of this natural disaster.