Myanmar's powerful magnitude-7.7 earthquake has killed over 1,000 people, with the death toll continuing to rise amid ongoing rescue efforts.

The military government reported on Saturday that 1,002 people have been confirmed dead, 2,376 injured and 30 others are missing.

The earthquake struck midday on Friday, followed by several aftershocks, including one measuring a strong magnitude-6.4.

In Thailand, the quake rocked the greater Bangkok area, leaving six people dead, 26 injured and 47 still missing.

Several countries, including China, Malaysia and Russia, have dispatched rescuers and relief teams.