CNI News

3 April 2025

Although it was likely to rain in earthquake hit areas in a few days, it would not rain heavily, U Hla Tun, director of the Directorate of Meteorology and Hydrology, told CNI News. 

According to the measurements, a low-pressure area may form in the Bay of Bengal around April 5 or 6. There is currently no indication of a storm.Forecasts are made only after a low pressure area has formed , he said.

"The main areas where rain is likely to fall are southern Myanmar, the delta region, Bago, Yangon, Ayeyarwady, Mon, Tanintharyi and Shan State. And it may rain in Kachin State and upper part of Sagaing Region. It may rain in earthquake hit areas, but they won't get much rain. But if a storm entered, it could rain much. At the moment, there is no possibility of a storm. But if it rains heavily, it is dangerous. Because of the rain, the underlying soil may collapse and cause damage." said U Hla Tun.

While dead bodies of those who were killed by the earthquake have been put on the road

After a 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck in Myanmar on March 28, so many homes and buildings were destroyed. Moreover, aftershocks were striking until 1st April. So, the people did not dare to sleep in their homes and they have to sleep on roads.

In addition, due to the hot weather and the fact that the dead bodies have not yet been fully taken out from the collapsed buildings, a foul smell is emanating from the rubble, according to rescue teams.

While rescue efforts were being conducted to take out those trapped under the bottom of a collapsed building

At a situation like this, if it rains, collapsed buildings may be more dangerous and local people must be take care of their health, Dr. Tin Maung Cho, health officer at the Bagan District Public Health Department, told CNI.

" It's important to get purified water and environmental hygiene is important as well. Water is the main. If there is no water, you can suffer heat stroke. And you can suffer diseases regarding skin. And if you don't get fresh air, you may get diarrhea." said Dr. Tin Maung Cho.

The 7.7 magnitude earthquake that rocked Myanmar on March 28 has killed more than 2,000 people and injured more than 4,000 up to now, according to the SAC.