A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck the Tibet Autonomous Region in western China.
According to Yonhap News and state-run Xinhua News Agency, the earthquake, which occurred on the 22nd, has resulted in at least 16 fatalities and 32 injuries.
Among the injured, 11 are reported to be seriously hurt, while 21 have sustained minor injuries.
Xinhua also reported that over 300 homes have collapsed due to the earthquake, and rescue operations are currently underway.
Earlier, Xinhua cited the China Earthquake Networks Center, stating that the earthquake occurred at 10:33 PM local time on the 22nd in Bachin County, Nyingchi City, Tibet Autonomous Region.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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