A powerful magnitude-6.8 earthquake shook Dingri County in Xizang Autonomous Region early Tuesday morning, leaving at least 53 dead and 62 injured. The quake struck Xigaze city at 9:05 a.m., with rescue teams rushing to the area amid reports of collapsed buildings and landslides 🏚️🌪️.
Local authorities confirmed the rising casualties by noon, as emergency responders worked to clear debris and reach isolated communities. The region’s rugged terrain has complicated relief efforts, but teams are deploying drones and heavy machinery to assist survivors.
Xizang, known for its seismic activity, last faced a major quake in 2015. This disaster highlights the challenges of disaster response in remote, high-altitude areas. Stay tuned for updates as rescue operations continue ⚠️👷♂️.
