53 people now dead from powerful earthquake that struck China, Nepal today.
An early morning earthquake jolted the tremor originated from an epicenter located 23 km from Shigatse, Tibet, China, at a shallow depth of 10 km, which amplified the intensity of the shake. A holy city, Xigaze.
A powerful earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 struck western China near Nepal on Tuesday morning leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. According to recent reports, at least 53 people lost their lives while 62 others sustained injuries. Following the quake, China Earthquake Administration launched a level 2 emergency service response and sent a work team to the site to assist with disaster relief efforts.
Local Chinese media reported at least 53 fatalities in and around the city of Shigatse in Tibet, while tremors were felt in neighboring Nepal and India.
Earthquakes are common in the mountainous Himalayan region, but Tuesday’s quake was the most powerful recorded within a 200 kilometer radius in the last five years, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center.
Our thoughts and prayers are with the victims and their families during this difficult time. Let us hope for swift recovery efforts and extend support to those in need.
