A powerful magnitude-6.8 earthquake rocked Dingri County in Xizang Autonomous Region early Tuesday, claiming 95 lives and injuring 130 others as rescue teams race against time to save survivors amid freezing conditions. 🌍🏔️
The quake struck at 9:05 a.m. near Xigaze City, home to nearly 6,900 residents within a 20-km radius of the epicenter. Over 1,000 houses suffered significant damage, with rescuers braving subzero temperatures to sift through collapsed structures. 🧊🚒
Authorities have mobilized emergency response teams, emphasizing the challenges of reaching remote mountainous areas. Local residents are being evacuated to temporary shelters while medical aid and supplies pour into the region. 💔🩺
This marks one of the deadliest quakes in Xizang in recent years, highlighting the urgent need for disaster preparedness in vulnerable zones. Stay tuned for updates as the situation develops. 📡🔍
