Tibet Earthquake Mishap: 16 Killed, 54 Injured As Over 350 Homes Collapse
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At least 16 people were killed and 54 others injured after a powerful earthquake struck Tibet in southwestern China on Thursday night. The disaster caused buildings to collapse and forced people to run out of their homes in fear. Rescue teams have been sent to the affected areas to search for survivors and help injured people. Authorities are also providing food, shelter and other essential supplies to those affected by the disaster.
Videos shared on social media showed people screaming and rushing into the streets as buildings shook. Many residents stayed outside their homes because they were afraid of further damage. In grocery stores, products fell from shelves during the strong shaking. One resident said the earthquake woke them from sleep and made their house produce squeaking sounds.
Rescue Operations Underway After Heavy Damage
According to local officials, at least 339 houses and 20 livestock sheds collapsed due to the earthquake. More than 1,600 local workers were sent to help with rescue operations. Firefighters and rescue teams also moved towards affected areas to help people and check damaged buildings. The authorities have started sending relief materials to help families who lost their homes. These supplies include 1,000 temporary housing units, around 3,000 tents, folding beds, flashlights and winter clothes. The relief work is especially important because the affected region is located at a very high altitude, where cold weather can make conditions difficult for people without shelter.
- Deaths and injuries: At least 16 people died and 54 were injured.
- Damage: At least 339 homes and 20 livestock sheds collapsed.
- Relief work: More than 1,600 local workers were deployed, and temporary shelters and essential supplies were sent to the affected region.
The earthquake struck at around 10.33 pm local time on Thursday, with its epicenter in a sparsely populated area of Nagqu in northern Tibet, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center. The earthquake measured magnitude 7 and occurred at a depth of around 10 kilometres. The area is located about 4,864 metres above sea level, making rescue operations more challenging.
