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Magnitude 7.0 earthquake hits Tibet, killing at least 16 people

A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Tibet in southwestern China, killing at least 16 people. Several surveillance videos captured the moment of the quake, described as China’s strongest since January 2024.

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A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Tibet, a region in southwestern China. At least 16 people were killed.

Several surveillance videos recorded the moment the ground began shaking.

China’s strongest quake since January 2024

The earthquake was described as the strongest to hit China since January 2024. The source provided no further details about damage, additional casualties or rescue operations.

What we know

  • A magnitude 7.0 earthquake struck Tibet.
  • At least 16 people were killed.
  • Several surveillance cameras captured the quake.
  • It was described as China’s strongest earthquake since January 2024.

Trust: Single source

  • The story relies on one publisher. A second independent confirmation has not been established from the cited sources.
  • Sources: Al Jazeera English.
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