Tornado kills six, injures over 100 in central Myanmar

Rescue ops ongoing in Nay Pyi Taw union territory, says Fire Dept

YANGON – Six people were killed and 109 others injured after a deadly tornado hit central Myanmar yesterday, reported Xinhua quoting local authorities. The tornado struck villages in Lewe township, Nay Pyi Taw union territory at around 6.45pm local time (8.45 Malaysia time) yesterday, the Myanmar Fire Services Department said.

“Six died on the spot and 109 others were injured due to the heavy winds. Sixteen of the injured were in critical condition,” a local police officer told Xinhua today, adding that no more deaths were reported until this morning.

The death toll included two males and four females, the department said, adding that more than 200 houses were also damaged.

The injured are being treated at hospitals in Nay Pyi Taw union territory, the department said, adding that rescue operations are underway.

– Bernama, April 22, 2023