Myanmar’s military-run government’s calling for international aid, after more than 150 people were killed in a seven-point-seven magnitude earthquake.
Hundreds more are still missing after buildings in five cities and towns were brought down as well, as a bridge on the Yangon-Mandalay Expressway.
Tremors could be widely felt – including in Thailand and China.
Dominic Montalto from Epsom, who is currently living in Myanmar, tells Radio Jackie about his experience.