A magnitude 7 earthquake struck China’s Tibet region on Thursday evening, killing at least 16 people and injuring 46 others, the Associated Press (AP) reported, citing official media.
The earthquake caused widespread damage in the northern regional city of Nagqu, collapsing at least 339 homes and 20 livestock sheds, according to the Nagqu media office.
Rescue and search operations continued following the destruction. Of the 46 injured people, 11 were reported to be in serious condition, while the remaining 35 sustained minor injuries, officials said.
