People gather on the streets in Ruili, Yunnan province after a strong earthquake struck central Myanmar on March 28, 2025. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
Following the 7.9-magnitude earthquake in Myanmar on Friday, two individuals sustained minor injuries in Ruili of Dehong Dai and Jingpo autonomous prefecture, Yunnan province, according to CCTV News.
The city's information office said the two injured at the Fortune Mall have been promptly taken to a hospital for treatment, and there have been no reported casualties. However, several old buildings have suffered damage. The city has maintained stable social order with normal traffic and communication.
A 7.9-magnitude earthquake rocked Myanmar at 2:20 pm on Friday, as reported by the China Earthquake Networks Center. The earthquake's epicenter was at a depth of 30 kilometers. Seismic waves reverberated across multiple regions in Southwest China, particularly Yunnan province.
Firefighters are seen on the streets of Ruili, Yunnan province after a strong earthquake struck central Myanmar on March 28, 2025. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
In the aftermath, a video showcasing the damage to the Fortune Mall has garnered significant attention on social media platforms.
A merchant at the mall told Nanfang Metropolis Daily over the phone that during the incident, a female employee in her shop witnessed another female employee from a nearby bubble tea store being struck on the head by falling debris, resulting in a head injury and profuse bleeding.
The injured individual was swiftly transported to receive medical treatment, she said.
She further elaborated that because of the earthquake, the rooftop water tank on the 30th floor of the Fortune Mall "might have been damaged", leading to a substantial outpouring of water.
Students gather on the playground in Ruili, Yunnan province after a strong earthquake struck central Myanmar on March 28, 2025. [Photo provided to chinadaily.com.cn]
Additionally, various objects such as wall tiles, bricks, and signage from the exterior of the building had fallen, causing damage. Streetlights in the adjacent open area were also destroyed by the falling debris.
Footage from surveillance cameras provided by the merchant depicted a scene where a torrent of water cascaded down, knocking down several individuals.
Basically, all occupants were able to evacuate unharmed, she said, adding that no injuries have been heard so far.
