Live Updates: Death Toll Rises; Man Pulled Alive From Rubbles; Junta Admits Firing on Chinese Red Cross Convoy and More…

The death toll from the powerful earthquake that struck Myanmar on Friday has risen to 2,886, with 4,639 people injured and 373 still missing, according to a statement released by the junta on Wednesday. The number is expected to rise as rescuers race against time in search of survivors in the ruins. The 7.7-magnitude earthquake caused widespread destruction across Mandalay, Sagaing, Magwe, Bago, Naypyitaw and parts of northeastern Shan State. Many affected areas remain in urgent need of assistance. (Photo: AFP)