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Magnitude‑7 quake hits Tibet, killing 16 and injuring 32
✍️ Telangana Today
🗓 23 Oct 2026, 03:16 PM
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A 7.0‑magnitude earthquake struck Tibet, leaving 16 dead and 32 injured, authorities said.
A powerful earthquake measuring 7.0 on the Richter scale struck the Tibetan plateau early on Thursday, according to local officials. The tremor caused widespread damage across several villages and resulted in 16 fatalities.
Rescue teams were dispatched immediately to the affected areas, focusing on locating survivors trapped under collapsed structures. Hospitals in nearby towns reported receiving 32 injured patients with injuries ranging from minor cuts to serious fractures.
Authorities have warned residents of possible aftershocks and have urged people to stay away from unstable buildings. Relief supplies, including food, water, and medical kits, are being mobilised to support the victims and their families.
The disaster has prompted a call for national and international assistance, with neighbouring provinces offering additional emergency personnel and equipment to aid the ongoing rescue operation.
The quake underscores the seismic vulnerability of the Himalayan region, prompting experts to remind the public of preparedness measures for future events.
Rescue teams were dispatched immediately to the affected areas, focusing on locating survivors trapped under collapsed structures. Hospitals in nearby towns reported receiving 32 injured patients with injuries ranging from minor cuts to serious fractures.
Authorities have warned residents of possible aftershocks and have urged people to stay away from unstable buildings. Relief supplies, including food, water, and medical kits, are being mobilised to support the victims and their families.
The disaster has prompted a call for national and international assistance, with neighbouring provinces offering additional emergency personnel and equipment to aid the ongoing rescue operation.
The quake underscores the seismic vulnerability of the Himalayan region, prompting experts to remind the public of preparedness measures for future events.