7.0 Magnitude Earthquake in China's Xizang Region Kills At Least 16, Injures Dozens

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Published: 2026-10-23
Category: world
Source: WSLS 10 (Associated Press)

A 7.0-magnitude earthquake struck a remote county in southwest China's Xizang Autonomous Region (Tibet) on Thursday night, killing at least 16 people, injuring 54, and collapsing hundreds of homes. Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered all-out search and rescue efforts.

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