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USA TODAY |
Hundreds of people have been injured and authorities said the true death, number of injured and damage toll may not be known for some time.
The New York Times |
A 7.7-magnitude earthquake hit central Myanmar, causing buildings to collapse and a high number of casualties in the region.
Time |
The Red Cross said downed power lines are adding to challenges for their teams trying to reach Mandalay and Sagaing regions and southern Shan state.

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