A powerful magnitude-6.8 earthquake struck Dingri County in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region on Tuesday morning, claiming 95 lives and injuring 130 people as of 3 p.m. local time, authorities confirmed. The quake hit at 9:05 a.m. near Xigaze, a region known for its stunning Himalayan landscapes .
Rescue teams rushed to the area immediately, battling rugged terrain and aftershocks to evacuate survivors. “We’re prioritizing medical aid and shelter for displaced residents,” said a local official. The tremor, one of the deadliest in the region in recent years, highlights the challenges of disaster response in remote areas.
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