Key facts
- At least 16 people killed, 32 injured.
- Over 300 homes collapsed.
- Power outages reported in affected area.
- Rockfalls closed roads, impeding rescue efforts.
A magnitude 7 earthquake struck China's southwestern region of Tibet on Thursday night, killing 16 people and injuring 32 others, state news agency Xinhua reported. The epicenter was in Baqên County, Nagqu, a remote, high-altitude area approximately 400 kilometers northeast of Lhasa. The quake, the strongest to hit China since January 2024, caused over 300 homes to collapse and led to widespread power outages. Rockfalls have closed roads, complicating access for rescue crews. Local authorities have deployed fire and rescue teams to the affected region.