In China, authorities in Yunnan province confirmed at least 12 dead and more than 100 injured, as well as the collapse of key infrastructure such as bridges, schools, and hospitals. Chinese authorities deployed troops and search and rescue teams, activated their seismic alert system, and evacuated thousands of people from high-risk areas.
In Thailand, although no fatalities have been reported so far, significant structural damage has occurred to ancient temples and historic buildings. Thai authorities have suspended classes in schools in Chiang Rai and are keeping hospitals on alert for possible aftershocks. Continue reading…
