A 7.7 magnitude earthquake shook Southeast Asia, causing widespread damage. These photos show the devastating impact.

A powerful 7.7 magnitude earthquake near Mandalay, Myanmar, caused significant damage and fatalities, extending its impact to Bangkok. Occurring along the Sagaing Fault, it's estimated that 800,000 people experienced violent shaking.

The natural disaster compounds humanitarian concerns in a country already in the throes of a devastating civil war

Myanmar, also known as Burma, is in the throes of a prolonged and bloody civil war, which is already responsible for a massive humanitarian crisis.

Dr. Lucy Jones, renowned seismologist, joined ForbesWomen editor Maggie McGrath to talk about the causes and impact of the 7.7 magnitude earthquake that hit Myanmar on Friday.