Liu Huazhong, deputy mayor of Shigatse, broke into tears during a news conference announcing the tolls and damage from the earthquake, stating the community's profound loss.
Emergency responders are assessing significant damage in Dingri county, where the earthquake destroyed over 1,700 homes and affected a population of 60,000.
Chinese leader Xi Jinping emphasized the urgency of search-and-rescue efforts, highlighting the need to repair infrastructure quickly and ensure safety for displaced people.
Rescue efforts are underway involving 1,500 firefighters searching for survivors in the rubble, with additional rescuers and helicopters dispatched to assist.
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