Tibet Earthquake | Tibet, Oct. 23: A magnitude 7 earthquake struck China’s Tibet Autonomous Region, killing at least 16 people and injuring 65 others. The powerful tremor collapsed hundreds of homes and triggered extensive search and rescue operations.
Eleven injured people were reported to be in serious condition. Authorities continued assessing the damage and providing emergency assistance to affected residents.
The earthquake struck Baqen County in Nagqu City at around 10:33 pm local time on Thursday. More than 1,600 local personnel were deployed for rescue operations, while over 300 police officers assisted with emergency relief work.
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More than 12,000 people were safely relocated, according to media.
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Authorities reported that at least 339 homes and 20 livestock sheds had collapsed. Rescue teams continued inspecting damaged buildings and helping residents move to safer locations.
Emergency supplies began arriving early Friday. These included 1,000 prefabricated housing units, more than 3,200 tents and over 2,800 folding beds. Authorities also distributed quilts, stoves, clothing and flashlights.
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Chinese President Xi Jinping ordered comprehensive search and rescue efforts. He called for prompt medical treatment for injured people and measures to minimise casualties.
The regional disaster prevention, reduction and relief committee activated a Level III emergency response on Friday.
Meanwhile, aftershocks continued to affect the region. The China Earthquake Networks Center recorded 413 aftershocks, while the United States Geological Survey reported at least seven aftershocks measuring between magnitude 4.3 and 5.2.
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The earthquake also triggered rockfalls, forcing authorities to close part of National Highway 317. Only emergency, rescue and official support vehicles were allowed through while crews cleared debris.
Communication services were disrupted in some areas. Railway authorities also took emergency measures to halt trains passing through the affected region.
Intermittent snowfall is expected over the next three days, potentially complicating rescue and relief operations. Authorities continue assessing the destruction and supporting displaced residents.
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