Tibet earthquake: dozens dead as 6.8-magnitude quake strikes holy city of Shigatse reports
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A magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck near Xigaze, Tibet, resulting in 32 fatalities and 38 injuries. The quake's epicenter was 10km deep, causing significant building damage.
The China Earthquake Networks Centre reported strong tremors in Dingri County, where buildings collapsed, and temperatures are dangerously low, dropping to minus 18 degrees Celsius tonight.
People in neighboring Nepal and India reported feeling tremors, prompting many to flee their residences. Reports from Kathmandu confirm immediate evacuation in response to the quake.
Xinhua stated local authorities are assessing the situation in various townships following reports of the damage, showcasing the ongoing challenges faced by this earthquake-prone region.
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