On Tuesday, a powerful earthquake of magnitude 6.8 struck China’s remote Tibet region in the morning resulting in at least 53 confirmed fatalities and injuring 62 others.
The earthquake occurred at 9.05 a.m. (0105 GMT), with its epicentre located in Tingri. The earthquake was of 6.8 magnitude and quake’s depth was recorded at 10 km (6.2 miles). The quake’s impact was significant, with buildings shaking in several locations. Local authorities in Tibet reported substantial damage in communities close to the epicentre, some of which were located within just 5 kilometers (3 miles) of the tremor’s epicenter.
CCTV confirmed that these areas were among the hardest hit. The China Earthquake Networks Centre (CENC) confirmed the magnitude and location of the earthquake, which struck near the border with Nepal, a region known for seismic activity. The US Geological Survey (USGS) also reported a 7.1 magnitude earthquake earlier in the day near the Nepal-Tibet border, contributing to the tremors felt across the region.
According to the United States Geological Survey (USGS), the earthquake occurred at 6.35 am, 93 km northeast of Lobuche, near the Nepal-Tibet border.
The Vibrations were also felt across neighboring countries including Nepal, Bhutan, and parts of India. In India, the earthquake was notably felt in the Delhi-NCR region, as well as in northern states such as Bihar.
The rescue and relief operations are underway, with efforts focusing on reaching the most affected communities. Many of these areas are difficult to access due to the rough terrain.
