A powerful earthquake of magnitude 7.1 shook Tibet’s holy city of Shigatse on Tuesday morning. The earthquake is claiming at least 93 lives and injuring 62 others so far, according to Chinese state media, AF,P and BBC. The quake struck around 9:00 am local time (01:00 GMT) with a depth of 10 kilometers (six miles), as reported by the US Geological Survey.
The earthquake triggered a series of aftershocks in the mountainous region, which lies on a major geological fault line. Tremors were also felt in neighboring Nepal and parts of India, sparking panic among residents.
Local authorities are conducting rescue and relief operations in Shigatse, which is home to sacred Buddhist sites and lies close to Mount Everest. The extent of the damage to infrastructure is still being assessed, while emergency teams work to clear debris and provide aid to affected communities.
Earthquakes in Tibet and adjourning areas are frequent in the region due to its geological location. This tragic event underscores the vulnerability of the area and the need for robust disaster preparedness systems.
Key Facts:
Magnitude: 7.1
Depth: 10 km (6 miles)
Location: Shigatse, Tibet
Death Toll: 93 (as of latest updates)
Injured: 62
Tremors Felt: Nepal, India, China
Authorities have urged residents to remain cautious as aftershocks are expected in the coming days.
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