Myanmar earthquake live: Dozens feared trapped in Bangkok building collapse after massive 7.7 tremor
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State of emergency declared as huge earthquake rocks Myanmar and Thailand
- A 7.7 magnitude earthquake has struck central Myanmar, with tremors felt as far as Bangkok, Thailand.
- The quake's epicentre was near Mandalay, Myanmar's second-largest city, and was followed by a 6.4 magnitude aftershock.
- In Bangkok, a high-rise building under construction collapsed near Chatuchak Market, with casualties reported.
- Thai Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra has declared a state of emergency.
- The quake caused damage to historic sites and infrastructure in Myanmar, including parts of the former royal palace in Mandalay and a 90-year-old bridge in the Sagaing region.