07/01/2025
Devastating Earthquake Strikes Tibet: 53 Dead, 62 Injured
On the morning of January 7, 2025, a series of six earthquakes, including a major tremor, rattled Tibet's Autonomous Region. The most powerful quake, registering 7.1 on the Richter scale, struck at 9:05 a.m. local time near Tingri County, approximately 75 kilometers from Mount Everest.
The quake's shallow depth of 10 kilometers exacerbated its destructive force, causing severe damage and loss of life. Official reports indicate at least 53 fatalities, with 62 people injured, as confirmed by China's Xinhua News Agency. Neighboring countries like India, Nepal, and Bhutan also felt the tremors, prompting evacuations and widespread alarm.
Chinese authorities recorded the quake at a slightly lower magnitude of 6.8, but its impact remains undeniable. The affected region is left grappling with the aftermath, as rescue efforts continue amid the chaos.