Thailand Earthquake Videos Shows Bangkok Buildings Collapses

A powerful earthquake struck Bangkok, Thailand, on Friday afternoon, causing significant destruction in the city.

Videos from the scene show a building under construction completely collapsing, with at least one confirmed death and 50 individuals injured. As of the latest update, 43 people are still trapped inside the collapsed structure, according to the Thai National Institute for Emergency Medicine, which issued a report at 3:30 p.m. local time (4:30 a.m. ET).

Additional footage shows the Intercontinental Bangkok Sukhumvit Hotel shaking violently, causing the rooftop pool to spill over the side, creating a dramatic waterfall effect. The earthquake, which struck at approximately 1:30 p.m. local time (2:30 a.m. ET), had its epicenter located in Myanmar, about 800 miles away from Bangkok. Despite the distance, the quake’s impact was heavily felt in the Thai capital, a city with over 11 million residents.

In Myanmar, videos also depict severe damage, including crumpled shops and homes. The earthquake registered a 7.7 magnitude on the Richter Scale and has left widespread devastation in its wake.

This is a developing story, and more details will follow as the situation evolves.