A devastating earthquake has hit Tibet, China, resulting in the deaths of at least 95 individuals and widespread destruction. The tremors were also felt in neighboring Nepal and India, leaving hundreds injured and entire communities in ruins. Footage released by China’s CCTV shows scenes of devastation, with homes destroyed and walls collapsing due to the quake.
The earthquake struck during a period of heightened vulnerability in the region, prompting mass evacuations and significant disruptions to everyday life. Rescue teams have been dispatched, but the challenging terrain and remote locations are complicating recovery efforts.
In the areas of Tibet that were hardest hit, entire villages have been leveled, and critical infrastructure like roads and bridges has suffered severe damage. Hospitals are overwhelmed with injured residents, and there is an urgent need for aid to provide food, shelter, and medical supplies.
While neighboring countries Nepal and India experienced tremors, the damage there was less extensive. Nevertheless, authorities are remaining vigilant for aftershocks, and local governments are working with international agencies to assist the regions affected by the earthquake.