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Watch: Buildings collapse in Bangkok as earthquake jolts Myanmar, Thailand | World News

A 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck central Myanmar on Friday, according to monitoring services, with tremors felt in near countries, including Thailand and Vietnam.
In Bangkok, a high-rise building collapsed as a result of the quake, causing hundreds to flee buildings and gather on the streets.

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The United States Geological Survey (USGS) reported that the earthquake’s epicenter was approximately 17.2 km from Mandalay, a city with a population of about 1.2 million. The quake occurred at a depth of 10 km (6.2 miles), the USGS added.
The midday temblor was followed a strong 6.4 magnitude aftershock.
While the situation in Bangkok remains serious, no state of emergency has been declared in the Thai capital, confirmed Deputy Prime Miner Anutin Charnvirakul.
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