Magnitude-7 earthquake hits China’s Tibet, killing at least 16 and destroying hundreds of homes
Summary
A powerful magnitude-7 earthquake struck northern Tibet's Nagqu area, killing at least 16 people and injuring 54. Hundreds of homes and livestock sheds were destroyed, and rescue efforts are ongoing with supplies and personnel sent to help.Key Facts
- The earthquake happened at 10:33 pm local time with a depth of 18 km and epicenter 191 km east-northeast of Nagqu.
- At least 339 homes and 20 livestock sheds collapsed due to the quake.
- Over 1,600 local people were involved in rescue operations, with police and fire rescue teams also dispatched.
- Rescue supplies included 1,000 prefabricated housing units, 3,000 tents, folding beds, torches, and winter clothes.
- The quake caused rockfalls, leading to the closure of a section of national highway 317.
- Communication was disrupted in some areas, and train traffic was temporarily stopped for safety.
- The US Geological Survey recorded seven aftershocks ranging from magnitude 4.3 to 5.2.
- This is the strongest earthquake in Tibet in the past five years, and regular snowfall is expected in the region over the next three days.
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