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6.8-Magnitude Earthquake in Tibet Kills At Least 53

Jan 7, 2025, 05:20 AM

A powerful earthquake struck China's remote Tibet region on Tuesday morning, killing at least 53 people and injuring 62 others, according to state media. The earthquake, with a magnitude reported between 6.8 and 7.1, caused many buildings to collapse and tremors were felt in neighboring Nepal's capital Kathmandu and parts of India. Rescue efforts are underway in the affected areas, including Dingri County, where numerous structures have been destroyed.