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Xizang Rocked by 7.0 Quake: Emergency Response Activated
23 Oct
Summary
- A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Xizang on Thursday evening.
- The earthquake has resulted in 16 deaths and 54 injuries so far.
- China's Ministry of Natural Resources activated a Level III emergency response.
A powerful magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Drachen county in Xizang on Thursday evening, prompting an immediate emergency response. The tremor, which occurred at a depth of 10 kilometers, has tragically resulted in 16 fatalities and 54 injuries, with casualty figures reported at the time of publication.
In response, China's Ministry of Natural Resources activated a Level III geological disaster emergency response early Friday morning. This activation includes dispatching an expert working group to the quake-hit region to offer technical assistance, identify potential secondary geological hazards, and manage the immediate aftermath.
The ministry has directed the Xizang natural resources department to conduct thorough patrols and investigations. They are also tasked with intensifying monitoring and early warning systems, performing joint risk assessments, and maintaining a 24-hour duty roster for timely information dissemination and reporting.
