Ireland ready to assist with aftermath of Myanmar earthquake, says Harris

Tanaiste Simon Harris (Brian Lawless/PA)

Ireland is ready to assist those affected by a major earthquake that has left more than 150 people dead in Myanmar and Thailand, the Tánaiste has said.

The 7.7 magnitude earthquake, with an epicentre near Mandalay, Myanmar’s second largest city, struck at midday and was followed by a strong 6.4 magnitude aftershock.