New York, March 30 -- Millions of children are at risk following a devastating 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck Myanmar on 28 March, compounding an already dire humanitarian situation.

UNICEF is warning of the escalating impact on children and families-with needs rising by the hour and aftershocks continuing-and calling on the international community to respond with urgency to support life-saving efforts for children and families.

"This earthquake is another brutal blow to children in Myanmar-many of whom were already living through conflict, displacement, and deprivation," said UNICEF Executive Director Catherine Russell. "In minutes, they lost loved ones, homes, and access to essential services. The needs are massive and rising by...