A powerful earthquake struck a mountainous region in Tibet, resulting in significant loss of life and property damage. The earthquake, which had a magnitude of 7.0, occurred in Baqên County, located in the Nagqu region of the Tibet Autonomous Region.
What happened
The earthquake caused widespread destruction, with 339 homes collapsing and leaving many people without shelter. At least 16 people were killed, and dozens more were injured, including 11 with severe injuries. The power supply was cut off, and rockfall forced roads in the region to close, making it difficult for rescue teams to reach impacted areas.
Rescue efforts are underway, with authorities declaring the incident an emergency and deploying teams to the affected area. The Chinese government has allocated 50 million yuan for disaster relief efforts, and Premier Li Qiang has called for urgent efforts to organize rescue operations and provide medical treatment for the injured.
Survivors of the earthquake have shared their experiences, describing the violent shaking and their harrowing escapes. Many residents chose to spend the night outdoors in subzero temperatures, fearing aftershocks could trap them in their homes. The region is prone to seismic activity, and this earthquake is the latest in a series of devastating natural disasters to affect the area.
