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In the aftermath of the devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on 28 March 2025, misleading AI-generated content spread widely, highlighting the dangerous intersection of technology and humanitarian crises.

When major earthquakes hit communities may bear the brunt, but they also lead recovery efforts. As Myanmar mobilizes its response, here are five key lessons to guide the way forward.

Temblor's short-term forecast suggests that between now and May 1, between 1 and 4 shocks greater than or equal to magnitude 4.0 are expected — fortunately a low rate. Much larger shocks are possible, but unlikely.

The Climate Smart and Disaster Resilient ASEAN goes beyond providing immediate relief. It equips communities with the tools, knowledge, and strategies to rebuild stronger and adapt to climate and disaster-related challenges.

Weak building codes and years of government unrest appear to have contributed to the devastation from the magnitude 7.7 Myanmar earthquake, a leading seismic safety expert in the region said.

Experts say that the devastating earthquake in Myanmar on Friday was likely the strongest to hit the country in decades, with disaster modeling suggesting thousands could be dead.

In this study, the authors apply the Global Delta Risk Index in the Ayeyarwady Delta of Myanmar in which they combine 55 indicators of social- and ecosystem vulnerability with 100-year, 500-year, and 1,000-year scenarios of flood hazards.

As we mark International Day for Disaster Risk Reduction (IDRR) 2024, UNDP Myanmar reflects on the ongoing need to enhance community resilience and preparedness in the face of increasing climate-induced disasters.