Tibet earthquake kills at least 126 people and leaves many trapped
3 days ago

Tibet earthquake kills at least 126 people and leaves many trapped

Associated Press  

BEIJING — A strong earthquake shook a high-altitude region of western China and areas of Nepal on Tuesday, damaging hundreds of houses, littering streets with rubble and killing at least 126 people in Tibet. At least 188 people were injured in Tibet on the Chinese side of the border, the official Xinhua News Agency said. People in northeastern Nepal strongly felt the earthquake, but there were no initial reports of injuries or damage, according to the country’s National Emergency Operation Center. About 6,900 people live in three townships and 27 villages within 20 kilometers of the epicenter on the Chinese side, state media said.

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China is hit by powerful 5.5-magnitude earthquake a day after devastating tremors left 126 dead in Tibet
1 day, 17 hours ago

China is hit by powerful 5.5-magnitude earthquake a day after devastating tremors left 126 dead in Tibet

Daily Mail  

China has been hit by a powerful 5.5-magnitude earthquake a day after devastating tremors left 126 dead in Tibet. It comes hours after a devastating earthquake tremors hit the autonomous Tibet region, with tremors also felt in neighbouring Nepal's capital Kathmandu and parts of India. Videos published by China's state broadcaster CCTV showed houses destroyed with walls torn apart as …

Tents arrive for survivors of a quake that killed 126 in freezing, high-altitude Tibet
1 day, 21 hours ago

Tents arrive for survivors of a quake that killed 126 in freezing, high-altitude Tibet

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Rescuers in the freezing, high-altitude Tibet region in western China searched a second day for any remaining victims of a deadly earthquake that struck near a holy city for Tibetan Buddhists, before shifting their focus to resettling the survivors. In this photo released by Xinhua News Agency, first responders perform rescue work at a village in Changsuo Township …

Tibet earthquake aftermath: Thousands of homes destroyed, 126 killed as rescue efforts continue
Top News
1 day, 22 hours ago

Tibet earthquake aftermath: Thousands of homes destroyed, 126 killed as rescue efforts continue

The Hindu  

More than 400 people trapped by a strong earthquake in the foothills of the Himalayas have been rescued, Chinese officials said, while over 30,000 residents have been relocated, as the search for survivors entered a second day on Wednesday. An initial survey showed 3,609 homes had been destroyed in the Shigatse region of Tibet, which is home to 800,000 people, …

Another earthquake hits Xizang region in Tibet as death count from massive quake rises to 126
2 days, 2 hours ago

Another earthquake hits Xizang region in Tibet as death count from massive quake rises to 126

India TV News  

Earthquakes in Tibet: Another earthquake of magnitude 4 on the Richter Scale jolted Tibet on Wednesday morning. Over 100 killed in massive earthquake Earlier on Tuesday, a massive earthquake struck near one of the holiest cities in southern Tibet, killing at least 126 people and injuring 188 with tremors forcing people to rush out to the streets also in parts …

Tibet rocked by 20 earthquakes in 24 hours: What happened in the Himalayan region
Top News
2 days, 2 hours ago

Tibet rocked by 20 earthquakes in 24 hours: What happened in the Himalayan region

India Today  

A series of powerful earthquakes rocked Tibet on Tuesday, leaving over 120 dead and more than 400 people trapped under debris as rescue operations continued for the second day on Wednesday. The seismic activity began with a 7.1-magnitude earthquake in the Xizang region, near the Nepal-Tibet border, followed by over 20 tremors within 24 hours. This tectonic activity creates extensive …

Earthquake today: Heartbreaking videos reveal devastation in Nepal, Tibet; death toll at 126
2 days, 11 hours ago

Earthquake today: Heartbreaking videos reveal devastation in Nepal, Tibet; death toll at 126

Live Mint  

Tibet Earthquake: A strong earthquake shook a high-altitude region of western China and areas of Nepal on Tuesday, damaging hundreds of houses, littering streets with rubble and killing at least 95 people in Tibet. Later in the day, China reported at least 126 deaths and 188 injuries in Tibet following an earthquake, according to Xinhua. WATCH TIBET EARTHQUAKE VIDEOS One …

Tibet earthquake today: At least 53 dead as 7.1-magnitude quake felt in Nepal and India
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2 days, 19 hours ago

Tibet earthquake today: At least 53 dead as 7.1-magnitude quake felt in Nepal and India

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy The death toll from a …

A look at recent deadly earthquakes in China
2 days, 19 hours ago

A look at recent deadly earthquakes in China

The Hindu  

A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 that killed more than 50 people in western China near Nepal on Tuesday was one of the country's deadliest in recent years. Here's a list of major recent earthquakes: — May 2008: A magnitude 7.9 earthquake leaves nearly 90,000 people dead or missing and presumed dead in Sichuan province. — April 2010: …

A look at recent deadly earthquakes in China
2 days, 19 hours ago

A look at recent deadly earthquakes in China

Associated Press  

BEIJING — A strong earthquake with a magnitude of 7.1 that killed at least 126 people in western China near Nepal on Tuesday was one of the country’s deadliest in recent years. Share Share Copy Link copied Email Facebook X Reddit LinkedIn Pinterest Flipboard Print FILE -A Hui ethnic minority man walks past cracked walls and collapsed brick walls in …

Earthquake Today 2025 LIVE: Death toll in Tibet rises to 126, dozens still trapped
2 days, 20 hours ago

Earthquake Today 2025 LIVE: Death toll in Tibet rises to 126, dozens still trapped

Live Mint  

Earthquake Today Live Updates: A 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck and jolted the city of Xigaze in Tibet Autonomous Region in China on Tuesday, killing at least 126 people, reported AP. Earthquake Today 2025 LIVE: Rescue teams work amid rubble after a 6.5 magnitude earthquake killed at least 95 people in Xigaze, Tibet. Earthquake Today Live Updates: Over 1000 houses were damaged …

Tibet earthquake: Nine dead as 7.1-magnitude quake felt in Nepal and India
Top News
2 days, 22 hours ago

Tibet earthquake: Nine dead as 7.1-magnitude quake felt in Nepal and India

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy A powerful 7.1 magnitude earthquake …

95 killed, 130 injured as 7.1-magnitude earthquake hits Tibet; tremors felt in Nepal, India
2 days, 23 hours ago

95 killed, 130 injured as 7.1-magnitude earthquake hits Tibet; tremors felt in Nepal, India

The Hindu  

The death toll from a powerful earthquake that struck China’s remote Tibet region on Tuesday morning rose to at least 95, state media said. Earlier, a strong earthquake killed 95 and left many others trapped as dozens of aftershocks shook the region of western China and across the border in Nepal. Tremors felt in Nepal, India In Nepal’s capital, Kathmandu, …

Strong earthquake kills dozens in region of Tibet near Mount Everest
3 days, 2 hours ago

Strong earthquake kills dozens in region of Tibet near Mount Everest

NPR  

Strong earthquake kills dozens in region of Tibet near Mount Everest toggle caption AP/Xinhua BEIJING — A strong earthquake killed at least 95 people in Tibet on Tuesday and left many others trapped as dozens of aftershocks shook the high-altitude region of western China and across the border in Nepal. About 50 aftershocks were recorded in the three hours after …

At least 126 killed after strong earthquake hits China’s Tibet
3 days, 2 hours ago

At least 126 killed after strong earthquake hits China’s Tibet

Al Jazeera  

A powerful earthquake has struck a remote region of Tibet, killing at least 126 people and wounding more than 100 others, with tremors felt in Nepal, Bhutan and parts of northern India. The United States Geological Survey said the earthquake on Tuesday measured 7.1 on the Richter scale, while the China Earthquake Networks Center recorded a magnitude of 6.8. “Dingri …

At least 126 killed as powerful earthquake hits Tibet
3 days, 2 hours ago

At least 126 killed as powerful earthquake hits Tibet

Al Jazeera  

At least 188 injured as tremors also shook buildings in neighbouring Nepal, Bhutan and India. A strong earthquake has struck near one of Tibet’s holiest cities, killing at least 126 people and leaving more than 100 others wounded, Chinese authorities said. Very strong 7.0 #quake hits near Shigatse, Tibet, China – info, user reports and updates | Jan 7, 2025 …

Deadly earthquake hits Tibet’s Shigatse: What we know so far
3 days, 2 hours ago

Deadly earthquake hits Tibet’s Shigatse: What we know so far

Al Jazeera  

Rescue efforts are under way after the earthquake hits Tibet, with tremors felt as far as Nepal, India and Bhutan. Earthquake hits Tibet’s Shigatse, tremors also felt in Nepal and India A powerful earthquake has struck a remote region of Tibet, killing at least 95 people and wounding dozens, with tremors felt in Nepal, Bhutan and parts of northern India. …

Massive earthquake in Tibet kills over hundred, causes widespread devastation | In Pics
3 days, 2 hours ago

Massive earthquake in Tibet kills over hundred, causes widespread devastation | In Pics

India TV News  

Image Source : AP 1/6 Multiple earthquakes shook Tibet on Tuesday morning causing widespread devastation. Image Source : ap 2/6 Two more earthquakes struck the region later in the morning. Image Source : @BRICSOnah/x 3/6 The epicentre of the quake was located where the Indian and Eurasia tectonic plates clash and cause uplifts in the Himalayan mountains strong enough to …

126 dead after multiple earthquakes strike Tibet region in China; tremors felt in parts of India
3 days, 2 hours ago

126 dead after multiple earthquakes strike Tibet region in China; tremors felt in parts of India

India TV News  

At least 126 people are reported dead as six earthquakes, including a powerful one measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale, shook the Tibet region in China on Tuesday morning. Tibet earthquake The U.S. Geological Survey said the magnitude 7.1 earthquake was centered in the Tibet region at a depth of about 10 kilometers. One of magnitude 4.7 was recorded at …

Death toll rises to 126 after six earthquakes rock Tibet
3 days, 2 hours ago

Death toll rises to 126 after six earthquakes rock Tibet

India Today  

Six earthquakes, including a powerful 7.1 magnitude tremor, struck Tibet on Tuesday, leaving a trail of destruction in their wake. The seismic activity, centered in Tibet's Tingri County, caused widespread panic as buildings swayed across the region, with tremors felt as far away as India, Nepal, and Bhutan. The region's geological conditions often result in earthquakes capable of altering the …

Tibet earthquake: How churning beneath Lhasa block led to 7.1 tremors
3 days, 2 hours ago

Tibet earthquake: How churning beneath Lhasa block led to 7.1 tremors

India Today  

A powerful earthquake struck Tibet, in an area close to Mount Everest on January 7, 2025, causing significant destruction and loss of life. The quake, recorded at a magnitude of 6.8 by Chinese authorities and 7.1 by the U.S. Geological Survey, occurred at 9:05 a.m. local time, with its epicenter located in Tingri County, approximately 80 kilometres north of the …

Fact Check: NOT Tibet, this old earthquake video is from Japan
3 days, 2 hours ago

Fact Check: NOT Tibet, this old earthquake video is from Japan

India Today  

Close to a hundred people died in an earthquake of magnitude 7.1 that hit Tibet and Nepal on January 7. The caption of a post featuring the video reads “Ya Allah Reham Massive Earthquake 7.1 strikes Nepal-Tibet border, 95 died as 7.1 magnitude earthquake strikes Nepal-Tibet border.” Its archive can be seen here. India Today found that the video is …

As multiple earthquakes strike Tibet, Nepal, X users share terrifying videos
3 days, 2 hours ago

As multiple earthquakes strike Tibet, Nepal, X users share terrifying videos

India Today  

A series of earthquakes, the largest, measuring 7.1 on the Richter scale, struck Tibet near the Nepal-Tibet border on Tuesday morning. The tremors, which also rocked parts of India, Nepal, and Bhutan, have left at least 53 people dead and 62 injured, according to Chinese state media. #EXCLUSIVE MAGNITUDO 7.1 EARTHQUAKE IN TINGRI, TIBET AUTONOMOUS REGION, CHINA, FELT ACROSS BANGLADESH, …

Strong earthquake in China kills scores of people in Tibet
4 days, 2 hours ago

Strong earthquake in China kills scores of people in Tibet

LA Times  

People stand amid damaged houses in the aftermath of an earthquake in southwestern China on Tuesday. A strong earthquake killed at least 53 people in Tibet on Tuesday and left many others trapped as dozens of aftershocks shook the region of western China and across the border in Nepal. The U.S. Geological Survey said the earthquake measured magnitude 7.1 and …

Powerful earthquake rocks remote region of Tibet and parts of Nepal, killing more than 120
4 days, 2 hours ago

Powerful earthquake rocks remote region of Tibet and parts of Nepal, killing more than 120

CNN  

Hong Kong CNN — More than 120 people have been killed after a powerful earthquake struck a remote region of Tibet on Tuesday morning, with tremors felt across the Himalayas in neighboring Nepal, Bhutan and parts of northern India. “We have never felt an earthquake that strong before.” On Tuesday, local authorities closed down a base camp for climbing Mount …

Heavy rainstorms killed 11 people and left 14 others missing in northeastern Chinese city
4 months, 2 weeks ago

Heavy rainstorms killed 11 people and left 14 others missing in northeastern Chinese city

Associated Press  

BEIJING — Heavy rainstorms that swept a city in northeast China this week killed 11 people and left 14 others missing, while causing more than $1 billion in damages, state media reported Friday. State broadcaster CCTV said an officer who was trying to save lives was one of the people who died in the city of Huludao in Liaoning province. …

Torrential rains have claimed more than 150 lives in China in the past 2 months
5 months ago

Torrential rains have claimed more than 150 lives in China in the past 2 months

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy Landslides and flooding have killed …

More than 130 people trapped in Tibet after landslides block roads in Nepal
5 months, 4 weeks ago

More than 130 people trapped in Tibet after landslides block roads in Nepal

The Independent  

Sign up to the Independent Climate email for the latest advice on saving the planet Get our free Climate email Get our free Climate email SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. Read our privacy policy More than 130 people, including tourists, were trapped in China’s Tibet region after landslides in …

China landslide: Death toll rises to 39, five people still missing
11 months, 2 weeks ago

China landslide: Death toll rises to 39, five people still missing

Hindustan Times  

The death toll from a landslide in a remote, mountainous part of southwestern China rose to 39 on Thursday, while five people remained missing, Chinese state media reported. Chinese state media say the death toll from a landslide in the remote, mountainous part of southwestern China has risen while more remain missing. Last week, rescuers evacuated tourists from a remote …

Thousands of people forced out of homes after 7.1 quake hit western China
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Thousands of people forced out of homes after 7.1 quake hit western China

The Hindu  

As aftershocks continued to rock western China on January 24, more than 12,000 people were staying in tents and other shelters, lighting bonfires to fend off the freezing weather. The previous day, a magnitude 7.1 earthquake in a remote part of China's Xinjiang region killed three people and left five injured, while damaging hundreds of buildings. The U.S. Geological Survey …

Thousands of people forced from their homes after magnitude 7.1 quake in western China
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Thousands of people forced from their homes after magnitude 7.1 quake in western China

LA Times  

People gather around a fire for warmth in China’s western Xinjiang region Tuesday after a massive earthquake. The previous day, a magnitude 7.1 earthquake in a remote part of China’s Xinjiang region killed three people and left five injured, while damaging hundreds of buildings. In Kizilsu Kirgiz prefecture, the earthquake caused damage of various degrees to 851 buildings, collapsing 93 …

'Very strong' 7.1 magnitude quake in China kills three; officials cite sparse population
11 months, 2 weeks ago

'Very strong' 7.1 magnitude quake in China kills three; officials cite sparse population

Hindustan Times  

A magnitude 7.1 earthquake in a remote part of China’s western Xinjiang region killed at least three people and caused extensive damage in freezing weather, officials said Tuesday while suggesting that the area's sparse population contributed to the “very strong” quake's low death toll. The quake rocked Uchturpan county in Aksu prefecture shortly after 2 am, the China Earthquake Networks …

Chinese state media say 20 people dead, 24 missing after landslide
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Chinese state media say 20 people dead, 24 missing after landslide

The Hindu  

“Twenty people are confirmed dead and 24 remain missing after a landslide in a remote, mountainous part of China’s southwestern province of Yunnan,” Chinese state media reported on January 23. Last week, rescuers evacuated tourists from a remote skiing area in north-western China where dozens of avalanches triggered by heavy snow had trapped more than 1,000 people for a week. …

Earthquake of Magnitude 7.2 Hits China-Kyrgyzstan Border
11 months, 2 weeks ago

Earthquake of Magnitude 7.2 Hits China-Kyrgyzstan Border

The Quint  

Around six people have been reported to be injured, and more than 100 homes have been damaged, according to the Associated Press news agency, which is citing authorities. China broadcaster CCTV reported that there were several aftershocks following the earthquake, two of which measured above a magnitude of 5. China's CCTV shows a landslide caused by an earthquake that blocks …

‘Very strong’ 7.1 magnitude quake in western China kills 3 as officials cite sparse population there
11 months, 2 weeks ago

‘Very strong’ 7.1 magnitude quake in western China kills 3 as officials cite sparse population there

Associated Press  

UCHTURPAN, China — A magnitude 7.1 earthquake in a remote part of China’s western Xinjiang region killed at least three people and caused extensive damage in freezing weather, officials said Tuesday while suggesting that the area’s sparse population contributed to the “very strong” quake’s low death toll. The quake rocked Uchturpan county in Aksu prefecture shortly after 2 a.m., the …

3 killed, dozens buried in landslide in southwest China
11 months, 2 weeks ago

3 killed, dozens buried in landslide in southwest China

Hindustan Times  

Dozens of people were buried and three confirmed killed when a landslide struck a remote and mountainous part of southwestern China on Monday. The landslide took place at 5:51 am in the province's northeastern Zhenxiong County {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} {{^userSubscribed}} {{/userSubscribed}} The pre-dawn landslide buried 18 homes and sparked the evacuation of more than 200 people when it struck in Zhenxiong …

3 killed, dozens buried in landslide in southwest China
11 months, 2 weeks ago

3 killed, dozens buried in landslide in southwest China

Hindustan Times  

Dozens of people were buried and three confirmed killed when a landslide struck a remote and mountainous part of southwestern China on Monday. The landslide took place at 5:51 am in the province's northeastern Zhenxiong County The pre-dawn landslide buried 18 homes and sparked the evacuation of more than 200 people when it struck in Zhenxiong County, Yunnan province, state …

China earthquake death toll rises to 149, two still missing after a week
1 year ago

China earthquake death toll rises to 149, two still missing after a week

The Hindu  

One of China's most powerful earthquakes in recent years killed at least 149 people in a remote northwestern region, according to state media, with two people still missing after the magnitude 6.2 temblor hit a week ago. The epicentre of the quake straddled the provinces of Gansu and Qinghai in an area where many of China's Hui people, a tight-knit …

Yearender 2023: From Cyclone Biparjoy to China earthquake, top 10 natural calamities of this year
1 year ago

Yearender 2023: From Cyclone Biparjoy to China earthquake, top 10 natural calamities of this year

India TV News  

Yearender 2023: ​A natural disaster is a natural occurrence that causes great damage to property or loss of human life. Turkey–Syria earthquakes As many as 59,259 people lost their lives after a massive earthquake of 7.8 magnitude jolted parts of Turkey and Syria on February this year. According to the State's Revenue and Disaster Management Ministry, over 12 lakh people …

China's earthquake survivors endure frigid temperatures and mourn the dead
1 year ago

China's earthquake survivors endure frigid temperatures and mourn the dead

The Hindu  

Surrounded by destruction, survivors of an earthquake mourned the dead and endured a frigid cold in temporary shelters Wednesday, unsure how to rebuild their lives in the remote mountains of northwest China. “Look at this,” said Han Zhongmin, retrieving some belongings with his wife from the ruins of their house, built six years ago in Yangwa village. "My house turned …

China Earthquake: Death toll climbs to 131 as rescue operation continues
1 year ago

China Earthquake: Death toll climbs to 131 as rescue operation continues

Firstpost  

The Tibet-Himalayan region, which borders Qinghai province, is prone to frequent earthquakes as a result of continental plate tectonics. As of now, 4,298 people have been evacuated and 74 individuals have been saved, according to China’s Ministry of Emergency Management Around 131 people have been killed as a result of the strong 6.2 magnitude earthquake that rocked a hilly area …

China’s earthquake survivors endure frigid temperatures and mourn the dead
1 year ago

China’s earthquake survivors endure frigid temperatures and mourn the dead

LA Times  

Ma Chengyun grieves on Wednesday for his daughter-in-law who was killed in the earthquake in Yangwa village in northwestern China’s Gansu province. Surrounded by destruction, survivors of an earthquake mourned the dead and endured a frigid cold in temporary shelters Wednesday, unsure how to rebuild their lives in the remote mountains of northwest China. “Look at this,” said Han Zhongmin, …

A look at recent deadly earthquakes in China
1 year ago

A look at recent deadly earthquakes in China

Associated Press  

BEIJING — An earthquake that killed more than 120 people in China this week was the country’s deadliest in nearly a decade. Here’s a list of major recent earthquakes: — May 2008: A magnitude 7.9 earthquake leaves nearly 90,000 people dead or missing and presumed dead in Sichuan province. — April 2010: A magnitude 7.1 earthquake kills 2,698 people in …

WATCH moment when 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck China, killed over 118
1 year ago

WATCH moment when 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck China, killed over 118

Firstpost  

A report by China Central Television said there were a total of nine aftershocks at magnitude 3.0 and above were recorded before dawn on Tuesday A CCTV footage that captured the moment when a devastating 6.2-magnitude earthquake jolted China’s northwestern Gansu province, killing at least 118 and injuring almost 400 people, is going viral on social media. CCTV footage captured …

In Pics: Powerful earthquake in China kills over 110
1 year ago

In Pics: Powerful earthquake in China kills over 110

Hindustan Times  

In Pics: Powerful earthquake in China kills over 110 China earthquake: At least 118 dead, over 400 injured in a powerful 6.2 earthquake.. 1 / 8 View Photos in a new improved layout At least 116 people were killed and nearly 400 others injured after a powerful 6.2-magnitude earthquake struck a remote mountainous region in northwest China. 3 / 8 …

Over 100 killed, 200 injured after 6.2 magnitude quake hit Gansu-Qinghai border
1 year ago

Over 100 killed, 200 injured after 6.2 magnitude quake hit Gansu-Qinghai border

Live Mint  

As many as 111 people were killed in a 6.2 magnitude earthquake that occurred just before midnight on Monday in a mountainous region in northwestern China, the country's state media reported today. The official Xinhua News Agency, as quoted by The Associated Press, said that 100 people died in the province of Gansu and another 11 in the neighboring province …

Earthquake in China | Death toll at 127 in Gansu and Qinghai provinces
1 year ago

Earthquake in China | Death toll at 127 in Gansu and Qinghai provinces

The Hindu  

A strong overnight earthquake rattled a mountainous region of northwestern China, authorities said on December 19, destroying homes, leaving residents out in a below-freezing winter night and killing 127 people in the nation’s deadliest quake in nine years. The magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck just before midnight on Monday, injuring more than 700 people, damaging roads and knocking out power and …

An earthquake in northwestern China kills at least 131 people and is the deadliest in 9 years
1 year ago

An earthquake in northwestern China kills at least 131 people and is the deadliest in 9 years

Associated Press  

BEIJING — A strong overnight earthquake rattled a mountainous region of northwestern China, authorities said Tuesday, reducing homes to rubble, leaving residents outside in a below-freezing winter night and killing 131 people in the nation’s deadliest quake in nine years. The magnitude 6.2 earthquake struck just before midnight on Monday, injuring more than 700 people, damaging roads and knocking out …

Earthquake in China kills at least 127 people and is the deadliest in 9 years
1 year ago

Earthquake in China kills at least 127 people and is the deadliest in 9 years

LA Times  

Students gather after evacuating from their dormitories at the Lanzhou University Yuzhong campus in northwestern China on Tuesday after an earthquake. A strong overnight earthquake rattled a mountainous region of northwestern China, authorities said Tuesday, destroying homes, leaving residents out in a below-freezing night and killing 127 people in the nation’s deadliest quake in nine years. The magnitude 6.2 earthquake …

Earthquake rattles western China, killing more than 100 people
1 year ago

Earthquake rattles western China, killing more than 100 people

NPR  

Earthquake rattles western China, killing more than 100 people Enlarge this image toggle caption AP AP BEIJING — A strong earthquake struck a remote part of western China overnight killing at least 118 people and injuring more than 500, the state news agency Xinhua reported Tuesday. The tremblor hit Jishishan County, in the southwestern part of Gansu province near the …

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