Three weeks after a devastating earthquake hit Myanmar, basic services in the worst affected areas have yet to be restored. Strong aftershocks continue to shake central Myanmar, disrupting response efforts and increasing fear among residents. The earthquake, which measured 7.7 in magnitude, caused significant damage to six regions, exacerbating an already dire humanitarian crisis in the country due to civil war. According to a state-run newspaper, the death toll from the quake has reached 3,726, with many injured and missing. Thousands of buildings, schools, temples, hospitals, and infrastructure were damaged. Rescue workers are still clearing debris and recovering bodies from collapsed buildings. The United Nations estimates that millions of tons of debris need to be removed. International rescue teams that had been assisting in the rescue efforts have started to leave, leaving local workers to continue with the relief efforts. In Naypyitaw, the capital of Myanmar, many government buildings remain damaged, and residents are clearing debris on their own. The military government has announced plans to redesign the urban layout of Naypyitaw. Despite the challenges, humanitarian organizations and emergency workers continue their efforts to help those affected by the earthquake and provide relief and support to the communities in need.
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