Tibet Earthquake Injuries Rise to 65, Death Toll Remains at 16

A powerful magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck the northern part of Nagqu, Tibet Autonomous Region, China, on Thursday, October 22, 2026. The latest reports confirm that the number of injured individuals has risen to 65, with 11 in serious condition, while the death toll remains at 16. Rescue efforts are ongoing, involving over 1,600 personnel, as relief supplies reach the affected areas. Chinese President Xi Jinping has ordered comprehensive search and rescue operations and immediate medical attention for those affected.

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Powerful 7.0 Magnitude Earthquake Strikes Tibet, Killing At Least 18

A powerful 7.0 magnitude earthquake struck the northern part of Nagqu, Tibet Autonomous Region, China, on October 22, 2026, at 10:33 p.m. local time, resulting in at least 18 fatalities and 32 injuries. The shallow earthquake, with an epicenter in Baqên County, caused widespread destruction, including the collapse of over 300 homes and significant infrastructure damage. Rescue efforts are underway as authorities assess the full extent of the devastation in the remote Himalayan region.

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