Roads, bridges, and communication networks were also impacted, complicating rescue operations and slowing the delivery of aid.
Lashio: A City Facing Widespread Destruction
Urban Damage and Rescue Challenges
Lashio, a major city in northern Myanmar, experienced some of the most extensive damage. Emergency responders reported collapsed buildings, cracked roads, and damaged utilities across multiple neighborhoods.
Rescue operations in Lashio were made more difficult by narrow streets and debris-filled roads. Heavy machinery struggled to reach certain areas, forcing rescue teams and volunteers to rely on manual tools as they searched for survivors.
