China has ordered an all‑out rescue operation after a 7.0‑magnitude earthquake struck the Tibet region on Thursday, killing at least 16 people and injuring dozens more.
The quake, which registered a magnitude of 7.0 on the Richter scale, caused widespread damage in the high‑altitude province. Official reports confirm 16 fatalities and a number of injuries, though the exact figure for the injured remains unspecified.
In response, Chinese authorities mobilised emergency teams and declared a comprehensive rescue effort to locate survivors, provide medical assistance and restore essential services to the affected communities.
Tibet, a region of China known for its rugged terrain and seismic activity, has faced similar disasters in the past, prompting rapid mobilisation of resources whenever a major earthquake occurs.
These developments were reported by Punch Nigeria.
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