Signs of Life Detected in Collapsed Bangkok Skyscraper as Rescue Efforts Resume
BANGKOK — Rescuers have detected signs of life beneath the rubble of a partially collapsed skyscraper in Bangkok, following Friday’s 7.7-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar that sent tremors across Thailand’s capital.
According to Suriyachai Rawiwan, Director of the Disaster Prevention and Mitigation Office, around 15 people appear to be trapped in groups of three to seven.
“The rescue teams are attempting to get food and water to them. Some are trapped as deep as three meters, and we have about 72 hours to save them, as that’s the approximate time a person can survive without sustenance,” Suriyachai stated.
The exact number of missing persons remains unclear, with estimates ranging between 47 and 100.
Rescue Operations Resume After Overnight Suspension
Rescue operations, temporarily halted late last night, resumed this morning amid desperate efforts to reach survivors.
Deputy Bangkok Governor Tavida Kamolvej confirmed the current death toll stands at 10, with 16 injured and 101 missing following the collapse.
Meanwhile, Bangkok Governor Chadchart Sittipunt announced that 130 engineers will be deployed across the city to assess structural damage to buildings impacted by the tremors. He also welcomed additional rescue teams but urged them to coordinate with local authorities to ensure efficient operations.
Earthquake Toll Rises Across Region
At least 153 people have been confirmed dead in Myanmar following the powerful quake, with aftershocks continuing to rattle the region.
Authorities remain on high alert as Bangkok residents and emergency responders brace for potential further instability in quake-affected structures.
