Report: Dozens killed in Myanmar earthquake

A Thai Buddhist monk inspects a fallen stupa of the Chedi Luang pagoda a day after a strong earthquake hit Myanmar. STORY HIGHLIGHTSAt least 75 people are killed The 6.8-magnitude quake injures at least 111 Myanmar has been badly hit by natural disasters in the past few years. (CNN) -- The death toll from a powerful earthquake that hit Myanmar has gone up to 75, state media reported Friday.

At least 111 people were injured, Myanmar Radio reported.

The 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck Myanmar on Thursday near its borders with China, Thailand and Laos, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.

It was a relatively shallow quake, which can be very destructive.

The Geological Survey said the quake was 6 miles (10 km) deep, putting it fairly close to the surface.

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