💔 A powerful magnitude-6.8 earthquake struck Dingri County in the city of Xigaze, located in the Xizang Autonomous Region of the Chinese mainland, at 9:05 a.m. Tuesday (Beijing Time). The tremors have tragically resulted in 32 fatalities and injured 38 individuals, according to Xinhua News Agency.
🏚️ In the immediate aftermath, many buildings near the epicenter and surrounding areas collapsed. Social media has been flooded with heartbreaking clips showing shattered rooftops and broken windows, highlighting the extensive damage caused by the quake.
🚨 In response to the disaster, the Chinese State Council's earthquake relief and emergency management departments have activated a Level-3 emergency response. A dedicated working group has been dispatched to oversee the rescue and relief operations.
🪖 Additionally, the Western Theater Command of the Chinese People's Liberation Army has sent a team of 50 personnel to assist in the ongoing rescue efforts, ensuring that affected communities receive the necessary support and aid.
🌏 The earthquake's impact was also felt beyond the borders, with tremors reported in Nepal's capital, Kathmandu, approximately 400 kilometers away.
