Myanmar Landmine/Explosive Ordnance Incidents Information

Factsheet (January-December 2024)

UNICEF Myanmar
UNICEF Myanmar/2024/Minzayar Oo

Highlights

According to recent monitoring of landmine and Explosive Ordnance (EO) incidents in 2024, a total of 1,082 casualties have been reported nationwide. This represents a slight increase from the 1,052 casualties recorded in 2023.

Delving into the regional breakdown, Shan State has the highest number of incidents (159) and total 256 casualties (24%) with a significant increase from the previous year. Sagaing Region followed with 106 incidents and 186 casualties (17%). Rakhine State ranked third with 91 incidents and 130 casualties (12%). The remaining States and Regions collectively accounted for 47% of the total casualties.

Children constitute 29% of the total casualties arising from landmine and other EO explosions across the country. It is important to note that these figures only reflect civilian casualties.

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