Magnitude 7.0 Earthquake Hits Tibet, Killing 16 and Injuring 65 People

TIBET– A powerful magnitude 7.0 earthquake has struck the northern part of Tibet in southwestern China, leaving 65 people injured, according to a local government update shared on social media on Friday. The death toll remains at 16, while authorities continue to assess the situation in the affected region.

The earthquake was centered in Nagqu, a sparsely populated city located in the high-altitude region of northern Tibet. The powerful tremor has drawn attention because of its strength and the number of people affected. According to the available report, it is the strongest earthquake to hit China since January 2024.

Injury Numbers Rise After Earthquake

The number of people injured in the earthquake has increased to 65, according to the latest information released by local authorities. The reported death toll remains unchanged at 16.

The rising number of injuries highlights the impact of the earthquake on communities in the region. However, further details about the condition of the injured people have not been provided in the available report.
As further details become available, updates from official sources will help provide a clearer picture of the damage and the needs of people affected by the earthquake.

For now, the confirmed figures in the available report stand at 16 deaths and 65 injuries following the magnitude 7.0 earthquake centered in Nagqu, northern Tibet.