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3 dead, 90 missing as high-rise building collapses in Bangkok earthquake

7.7-magnitude earthquake strikes Bangkok
Rescuers work at the site of a high-rise building collapse following an earthquake in Bangkok in Thailand. A 7.7 magnitude earthquake rocked the Thai capital of Bangkok on Friday. PTI Photo
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Thailand’s defence minister Phumtham Wechayachai has confirmed that 90 people are missing and three have dead following the collapse of a high-rise building under construction when a powerful earthquake hit the capital.

Wechayachai did not provide further details on the ongoing rescue efforts, but first responders reported that seven people had been rescued from outside the collapsed structure.

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The building came down suddenly when the 7.7-magnitude earthquake struck on Friday, causing a crane to topple from the roof and sending a giant plume of dust into the air. AP

Bangkok earthquake: Mild tremors felt in Kolkata, Imphal

The building came down suddenly when the 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck on Friday, sending a crane toppling off the roof and a giant plume of dust into the air.
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