A powerful earthquake struck China’s remote Tibet region on Thursday night, leaving at least 16 people dead and 46 others injured, according to state media reports.
The 7.0-magnitude earthquake caused widespread damage in the affected mountainous area. More than 300 houses reportedly collapsed, while another 339 homes were damaged or destroyed.
Among those injured, 11 people were reported to be in serious condition as emergency teams continued efforts to assist residents and assess the situation.
The earthquake occurred at a relatively shallow depth of around 10 kilometres, increasing the impact across nearby communities. Its epicentre was located in a mountainous area northeast of Nagqu.
Following the earthquake, authorities launched rescue and relief operations to reach affected residents and assess the extent of the damage. Emergency teams have been working in difficult mountainous conditions as they respond to the disaster.
Officials have also activated a Level III emergency response, allowing additional resources and support to be directed toward communities affected by the earthquake.
The disaster has damaged homes and displaced residents in the remote region, with authorities continuing to evaluate the situation as rescue work progresses.
Emergency personnel are expected to remain engaged in search, rescue and relief activities while officials monitor the condition of injured people and inspect buildings for further risks.
The latest reports indicate that the death toll and damage assessment could change as rescue teams reach more affected areas and gather additional information from remote communities.
