Tremors Strike Tibet Again: A Dual Quake Blow

Tibet's Tingri county experienced two new earthquakes of magnitudes 4.9 and 5.0, shaking the region again after a devastating 6.8 magnitude quake last week that claimed at least 126 lives. The recent tremors were reported by the China Earthquake Networks Center, highlighting ongoing seismic activity in the region.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Beijing | Updated: 13-01-2025 18:51 IST | Created: 13-01-2025 18:51 IST
Tremors Strike Tibet Again: A Dual Quake Blow
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Tibet's Tingri county is once more at the center of seismic concerns, facing two fresh earthquakes measuring 4.9 and 5.0 in magnitude, according to the China Earthquake Networks Center.

This occurrence comes in quick succession to a more catastrophic seismic event from the previous week. Last week's 6.8-magnitude quake resulted in tragic consequences, leaving at least 126 people dead.

The continuous seismic activity in the region is causing significant alarm and highlights the area's vulnerability to such natural disasters.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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