- 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck remote areas of Tibet Thursday.
- 16 people killed, 32 injured; hundreds of homes destroyed.
- Rescue operations escalated; temporary settlements being built for affected.
Tibet Earthquake: At least 16 people were killed and 32 got injured after an earthquake of magnitude 7 struck the remote areas of Tibet on Thursday. As per the reports, hundreds of houses and infrastructure facilities also got destroyed, leading to panic among the residents. The authorities have assured that a rescue operation has been escalated, further advising the locals to follow the guidelines.
Over 300 Homes Collapsed
At least 339 homes collapsed in the northern city of Nagqu and nearby regions following the earthquake, reported city's media office, citing local officials. The authorities also informed that while 21 suffered minor injuries, 11 others got severely injured. The injured individuals have been admitted to a nearby hospital where they are being treated.
Rescue Operation Underway
The police and fire department officials are currently working to rescue the stranded individuals and provide shelters to those who lost their homes. Apart from this, temporary settlements are being built in the region to provide temporary relief to those affected. The residents have been advised to follow the official guidelines and co-operate with the officials.
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The reports suggest that the epicenter of the earthquake was about 400 kilometers from Lhasa, the capital of Tibet. As per the China Earthquake Networks Center (CENC), the magnitude of the quake was 7, which struck at around 10:33 pm local time. The authority further stated that its epicenter was 10 kilometers below the ground in the Nagqu region of northern Tibet, located at an average elevation of about 4,864 meters above sea level.
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As per the state media, two people got injured in a village near the epicenter, while several houses in the nearby villages also got collapsed. Videos released by local state media showed people fleeing their homes and taking shelter outside or in their cars.