Rescuers are tirelessly searching through rubble in freezing temperatures after a magnitude 6.8 earthquake struck Dingri County in Xigaze city, southwest China’s Xizang Autonomous Region, at 9:05 a.m. on Tuesday.
As of 3 p.m., the death toll has risen to 95, with 130 others injured. Official data shows that approximately 6,900 people live within a 20-kilometer radius of the epicenter.
A preliminary survey revealed that more than 1,000 houses have sustained varying degrees of damage, leaving many residents displaced. Emergency teams are working around the clock to locate survivors and provide aid to those affected.
The harsh weather conditions are adding to the challenges faced by rescuers and locals alike. Freezing temperatures are complicating search and rescue efforts, but teams remain determined in their mission.
Authorities have dispatched additional resources to the region, including medical personnel and relief supplies. Temporary shelters are being set up to accommodate those who have lost their homes.
Residents are urged to stay vigilant as aftershocks continue to jolt the area. The earthquake has disrupted daily life in the mountainous region, but community members are coming together to support one another during this difficult time.
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
