Disaster response
Myanmar
Myanmar earthquake near Mandalay
2025
- Ongoing
On March 28, a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar, followed by a 6.4 magnitude aftershock. TSF deployed to Thailand to be able to reach the affected areas in Myanmar as soon as possible, and support relief efforts through essential communications.
Context
The earthquake’s epicenter was near Myanmar’s second-largest city, Mandalay, with a population of about 1.5 million people. More than 1,700 people have died and thousands are injured.
The earthquake also caused important damages to infrastructure, affecting communications. Strong tremors were felt in other countries, such as Thailand, where the earthquake caused casualties and damages.
TSF’s action
TSF is mobilized to support coordination and response organizations, including the ASEAN Coordinating Centre for Humanitarian Assistance on Disaster Management (AHA Centre), with emergency communication means.
Funding
