KATHMANDU: At least 16 people have been killed and 32 others injured after a magnitude-7 earthquake struck southwestern China’s Tibet Autonomous Region.
According to the local emergency management bureau, the earthquake struck Baken County in Nagqu City last night.
Of the 32 injured, 11 are in serious condition, while the remaining 21 sustained minor injuries. As of 2:25 a.m. on Friday, more than 300 houses had collapsed, officials reported.
A detailed assessment of the damage is underway, while rescue and relief operations continue in the affected areas.
More than 300 police personnel have been mobilized for rescue and relief efforts. Meanwhile, the regional fire and rescue team has deployed 347 personnel to the affected areas.
According to Xinhua News Agency, authorities are assessing the overall damage and have intensified rescue and relief operations to assist those affected by the earthquake.
Publish Date : 23 October 2026 06:59 AM
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