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Canadian, international relief orgs plan response to Myanmar earthquake aftermath

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A 7.7 -magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Friday , killing over 1,600 people.

The death toll has risen to 1,644 , with the likelihood numbers will continue to grow as rescuers confirm more casualties.

Rescue efforts are underway, especially in the major stricken cities of Mandalay and Naypyitaw , the capital, to provide emergency medical aid, food packs and shelter to survivors.

Myanmar ’s government said blood was in high demand in the hardest-hit areas.

Military forces continued their attacks even after the quake, with three airstrikes in northern Kayin state, also called Karenni state, and southern Shan .

The local health-care industry has already been weak and overwhelmed.

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