A powerful magnitude-6.8 earthquake rocked Dingri County in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region early Tuesday, sparking urgent nationwide rescue operations. ๐ฅ The quake struck at 9:05 a.m. local time at a shallow depth of 10 kilometers, triggering the regionโs highest-level emergency response (Level I).
First responders rushed to deliver over 5,800 relief supplies by late Tuesday, including critical items like tents, winter clothing, and quilts. โ๏ธ \"Our priority is ensuring residents have shelter and warmth,\" said a spokesperson from the Ministry of Emergency Management. Over 16,000 additional supplies are en route and expected to reach affected areas Wednesday.
Authorities are coordinating rescue teams and assessing infrastructure damage, while social media buzzes with messages of solidarity. ๐โจ Stay tuned as we track real-time updates from the region.
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cgtn.com