Terrifying Moment: Fleeing People Drenched by Rooftop Infinity Pool During Myanmar Earthquake
This alarming footage captures the chaotic aftermath of a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar and reverberated across Southeast Asia. In a terrifying scene, people fleeing the disaster in Bangkok were unexpectedly drenched by torrents of water cascading from a rooftop infinity pool. As the quake shook the region, locals were swept away by a massive wave that spilled into the streets.
Witnesses reported that around 15 individuals found themselves caught in this horrifying deluge, as luxury high-rise apartment buildings transformed their rooftop pools into roaring waterfalls, sending water crashing onto the pavement below. The calamity has claimed at least 144 lives in Myanmar, with the state television network confirming the number of injured has risen to 732. Tragically, it is feared that up to 100,000 people may be dead across the continent, with many still trapped beneath the rubble of collapsed buildings, including skyscrapers, places of worship, and family homes.
The shocking video shows an immense volume of water plummeting from the heights of a towering skyscraper in Thailand’s capital. As the first tremors resonated through the city, frantic individuals—most of them women—could be seen racing through the streets, trying to escape the chaos. Their flight was abruptly interrupted when the rooftop infinity pool overflowed, creating a sudden flood that swept through the area.
Despite being located approximately 800 miles away from the earthquake’s epicenter near Mandalay, Myanmar, Bangkok has been declared a disaster zone. Airports in this bustling tourist destination have suspended various operations as officials assess the extent of the damage. Prime Minister Paetongtarn Shinawatra promptly declared an “emergency zone” in Bangkok, urging all residents to evacuate high-rise buildings immediately.
The Department of Disaster Prevention reported that the quake has had a significant impact across almost every region of the country. In Myanmar, a state of emergency has been declared in six regions, with at least 12 fatalities confirmed so far. Aftershocks have also been felt in neighboring countries, including India and China. The US Geological Survey has issued a red alert, warning of the potential for high casualties and extensive damage. They have indicated that thousands of fatalities are likely, categorizing the earthquake’s intensity as “violent” and estimating a grim possibility of up to 100,000 deaths.
Paul Vincent, a British tourist enjoying a drink at a streetside bar in Bangkok when the quake struck, described the scene: “Everybody rushed into the street… there was a lot of screaming and panic, which only heightened the chaos. People were crying in the streets… it was truly a horrendous experience.”
The German Research Centre for Geosciences (GFZ) reported that the initial quake occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, with the epicenter situated near Mandalay. A powerful 6.4 magnitude aftershock was recorded merely 12 minutes later. Disturbing images have surfaced, showcasing extensive destruction across Myanmar, with mountains of debris littering the landscape. In Naypyidaw, giant fissures have formed in the roads, and a 90-year-old bridge in the Sagaing region has collapsed. Much of Myanmar now lies beneath a thick layer of dust from the wreckage of collapsed structures.
Emergency responders and police officers are working diligently to locate survivors and rescue anyone who may be trapped in their homes. In a grim testament to the earthquake’s ferocity, a towering skyscraper in Bangkok was reported to have crumbled to the ground, sending plumes of smoke and debris into the air. A Buddhist monk was seen navigating through the wreckage of a damaged monastery in Naypyidaw, Myanmar, highlighting the profound impact of this natural disaster on the region.
