Myanmar earthquake horror: Buildings collapse in seconds, widespread destruction caught on camera

Earthquake tremors in Myanmar created havoc one after another. Two strong earthquakes of 7.7 and 6.4 magnitudes hit central Myanmar on Friday morning, shaking with shaking felt as far as Thailand. The United States Geological Survey (USGS) said the epicenter of the earthquakes was close to the city of Sagaing, 250 kilometers from the capital Naypyidaw. Numerous videos are going viral on social media following the earthquake. This horrific scene caused terror among the public, resulting in panic in the area.

Multi-storeyed building becomes soil within 7 seconds

In one of the viral videos, it is visible how a multi-storeyed building becomes soil within 7 seconds. In this 21-second viral video, it is visible how individuals begin to run around in fear when the building collapses. Except Myanmar, the effects of earthquake tremors were also being experienced in large regions of Thailand.

Skyscraper collapses in seconds

In a viral video, it can be seen how a high-rise building suddenly collapses within 7 seconds. As soon as the building collapses, people start running around in panic. The entire area is covered with debris and dust.

The destruction scene can be easily seen in the 1.41-minute video of the building taken from a different direction. There is dust in the entire area. It indicates that because of the earthquake, there is dust and debris visible around the building.

Infinity pool becomes symbol of destruction

In a viral video, an infinity pool atop a skyscraper is observed swaying precariously, with water gushing down from the shore. In another video, the pool of a private home appears to be a mini-tsunami, with water leaping violently.